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Heathrow Express JLP01_11_63143_04
HEATHROW AIRPORT, HILLINGDON, HILLINGDON, GREATER LONDON. Passengers boarding a train at platform 1 of the Heathrow Express rail link.
The Heathrow Express rail link was a £ 350m investment by the British Airports Authority aiming to raise the proportion of passengers travelling to Heathrow Airport by public transport from 34% to 50%. Built between 1995 and 1998, by 2001 it was carrying 14, 000 passengers a day taking an estimated 3, 000 cars off the roads to improve traffic congestion. High speed trains leaving every 15min complete the journey from Paddington Station in 15min. Balfour Beatty bored the 11km tunnels and Tarmac laid the track whilst Laing in a joint venture with N G Bailey Design were responsible for the installation of all mechanical and electrical services in the tunnels and the construction of two underground stations, one serving the Central Terminal Area for Terminals 1-3, the other serving Terminal 4
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This print captures the bustling scene at platform 1 of the Heathrow Express rail link, located in Hillingdon, Greater London. Passengers can be seen eagerly boarding the train as they embark on their journey to Heathrow Airport. The construction of this rail link was a significant £350 million investment by the British Airports Authority with a clear objective - to encourage more travelers to use public transport when traveling to and from the airport. The aim was to increase the proportion of passengers using public transport from 34% to an ambitious 50%. Completed between 1995 and 1998, this state-of-the-art rail link quickly gained popularity among commuters. By 2001, it was successfully transporting around 14,000 passengers daily, effectively removing approximately 3,000 cars from roads and alleviating traffic congestion. The high-speed trains departing every fifteen minutes ensured that travelers could reach their destination swiftly. The journey from Paddington Station took just fifteen minutes – a remarkable feat considering its distance of eleven kilometers. Notable companies such as Balfour Beatty and Tarmac played vital roles in constructing this impressive infrastructure project. Balfour Beatty bore tunnels spanning over eleven kilometers while Tarmac laid down tracks for smooth operations. Additionally, Laing in collaboration with N G Bailey Design handled all mechanical and electrical services within the tunnels along with constructing two underground stations serving different terminals. This photograph is not only a testament to human movement but also showcases dynamic energy through its blurred imagery and shiny surfaces. It serves as a reminder of how innovative transportation solutions can positively impact our daily lives while reducing environmental harm caused by excessive car usage.
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