The Impact of Terrorism on Eurostar Earnings

The video discusses the current state of train bookings, impacted by past terrorist attacks, and the introduction of new trains to increase capacity. It covers tourism trends, fleet utilization, and labor laws in France. The potential effects of Brexit on operations and the impact of the refugee crisis on train services are also explored. Future plans include new train routes to Amsterdam.

What was one of the main reasons for the decline in train bookings?

• Technical failures

• Weather conditions

• Terrorist attacks

• Economic recession

How much additional seating capacity do the new trains provide?

• 25%

• 10%

• 20%

• 15%

What is the company's strategy for utilizing trains during the offseason?

• Good fleet utilization

• Increasing ticket prices

• Reducing train operations

• Hiring more staff

How does the company plan to handle labor laws in France?

• By automating services

• By outsourcing labor

• By using seasonal workers

• By hiring permanent staff only

What is a major concern for the company regarding Brexit?

• Increased travel demand

• Loss of European funding

• Competition from airlines

• Changes in European standards

What was a significant issue caused by the refugee crisis?

• Decreased passenger numbers

• Staff shortages

• Train delays

• Increased ticket prices

When is the direct train route to Amsterdam expected to start?

• End of 2017

• End of 2016

• End of 2018

• End of 2019