First big beams for HS2 station lifted into place (opens original article in a new tab)

The first large concrete beams for Birmingham's HS2 station have been installed, marking progress on the high-speed rail project which faces delayed completion.

• First of 550 concrete beams for Birmingham's HS2 station lifted into place.
• Over 47,000 cubic metres of material excavated for platform base.
• HS2 project faces delayed opening between 2036-2039 despite £102.7bn costs.