Proposed Track Access Contract Between Network Rail Infrastructure Limited and the Great North Eastern Railway Company Limited under Section 17 of the Railways Act 1993Track Access Contract • March 7th, 2014
Contract Type FiledMarch 7th, 2014The East Coast Main Line is an exceptionally valuable asset in the national transport system. It provides the fastest surface transport between London, North East England and Edinburgh, and is faster than or competitive with air over these distances. It is a multi user route, combining freight, commuter services and long distance passenger service, both franchise and Open Access. Substantial infrastructure enhancements have been completed in CP4 and more are due to be completed in CP5 in order to grow both freight and passenger traffic.