What happened to trains between Paddington and Heathrow today?

Damaged overhead power lines in west London caused day-long cancellations and delays on the Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express and GWR between Paddington, Heathrow and Reading. Some trains were cancelled or short-formed, and delays reached up to 50 minutes. Services improved later, but residual issues may continue into the evening peak.

How could today’s disruption affect FirstGroup (FGP.L) investors?

Financial impact comes from higher Delay Repay claims, refunds and minor operational costs to rebalance crews and trains. If normal service returns by the next peak, effects should be contained to the day. A slower recovery, or repeated Paddington disruption, would raise revenue and customer metric risks.

What should investors watch over the next 48 hours?

Track service reliability on the Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express delays, and GWR delays during the morning and evening peaks. Look for clear operator updates, claim guidance and any Network Rail notices on repairs or temporary speed limits. A clean, on-time peak suggests minimal ongoing financial impact.

Do Heathrow Express delays change airport travel demand near term?

Short delays can defer, not destroy, demand. Longer waits risk missed flights and higher refund claims, but many travelers rebook within days. If the Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express stabilise quickly, airport flows usually normalise fast. Persistent issues could push some customers to road or coach alternatives temporarily.

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FGP.L Stock Today, February 14: GWR Hit by Paddington–Heathrow Delays

ByDanny Kontos February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

The Elizabeth line faced major disruption today after damaged overhead power lines in west London led to day-long cancellations and delays. Heathrow Express delays reached up to 50 minutes, with GWR delays also affecting services between Paddington, Heathrow and Reading. For FirstGroup (FGP.L) investors, the focus is on compensation costs, timetable changes and any update on the recovery pace. We explain what happened, likely revenue and service impacts, and what to track over the next 72 hours for clearer risk and opportunity signals.