22.11.13
Airport makes the case for Crossrail 2
Crossrail 2 could bring significant connectivity benefits to passengers travelling to and from Stansted Airport, London First has stated.
Speaking at Stansted Airport’s 13th Transport Forum, director of infrastructure David Leam (pictured) set out how the project could improve journey times to London.
The forum discussed work to improve surface access to the airport and how public transport can deliver this.
Leam told delegates: “We face a stark choice: keep investing in our transport network to keep pace with population and jobs growth – or let congestion hold us back.
“Crossrail 2 is a proposed new rail service connecting South West, Central and North East London that could transform journeys for millions of passengers. This includes benefits for Stansted through the creation of additional tracks to at least as far as Broxbourne, allowing more and quicker journeys to the airport and bringing it even closer into London's orbit.”
Andrew Harrison, Stansted’s managing director, said: “51% of our passengers now use trains, buses and coaches to get to and from Stansted. This means Stansted is not just the best major airport for public transport use by passengers but it’s now the number one of all UK airports, something we are extremely proud of.
“We are also delighted to see the recommendations from the recent London First report – A world class rail link for Stansted. We all know that securing improvements to the West Anglia Main Line isn’t going to happen overnight but if we are to secure investment on this line, we need to work together and speak with one voice.
“Going beyond that, we’ve heard today about the significant benefits that Crossrail 2 would have in accessibility and choice for passengers right across London, and provide a huge step up in connectivity to Stansted.”
RTM interviewed David Leam about Crossrail 2 earlier this year. That interview is here:
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