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London transfer: is it time to kill off the Heathrow Express?

UK · 2026-09-26

Key takeaway

Heathrow's third runway would increase airport passenger capacity, raising demand for airport-city transport.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerHeathrow's third runway expansion increases airport passenger capacity, raising total passenger flows.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher passenger traffic boosts demand for airport-city transport services, including Heathrow Express.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youHeathrow Express faces pressure to adapt fares and service model to capture new demand, affecting supplier contracts and operational planning for SMEs.

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Source: The Guardian Business

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