Gridlock? – Transport in 2030 Solving Congestion in South East England 14 th November, 2007 Adrian Shooter Chairman, ATOC
London’s economy depends on its railways
“You can’t build your way out of congestion”
London Commuting
Where are we Going?
European Comparisons
New Line Capacity: HSL1
London/SE Capacity Schemes
What do Passengers want? Reliable, clean trains Good information Seat or standing? Value for money Easy ticketing
What the White Paper Offers Improved performance to 92.3% 1300 new coaches (2/3 in S.E.) Platform and depot works Thameslink project Reading rebuilding £150m on stations £200m on freight schemes
Clean, reliable trains; new depots
Double deck trains?
Longer trains
Track capacity
Station capacity
Schemes to unblock capacity
Access: bus
Access: cycling/walking
Access: car
London Overground
Electrification Benefits Acceleration rate improves capacity Alternative energy sources Regenerative braking Lighter vehicles Cheaper rolling stock cost Lower maintenance costs
Regenerative braking saves 16% energy consumption
Conclusions Rail solutions: Longer trains, platforms Access to stations Schemes to unblock capacity Electrification New lines