Video: HS2 tunnelling in London reaches first milestone
Two HS2 Tunnel Boring Machines have completed the first mile of a twin-bored tunnel in London.
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Two HS2 Tunnel Boring Machines have completed the first mile of a twin-bored tunnel in London.
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