Tunnel vision: exploring further the feasibility of linking Channel Islands to France

The Guernsey-based founder of Dorey Financial Modelling, Martyn Dorey, used his team’s mathematical and financial expertise to turn what was simply an idea into a blueprint for the first time in 2019.

Now, five years later, as support for the project has gathered, the company is staging roadshows in Guernsey and Jersey, to help to drive the project even closer to feasibility.

As one of the founder members of the Connect 3 Million campaign to build the sub-seabed link, Martyn has been central to lobbying decision-makers and politicians to back the project ever since.

The tunnel plan is increasingly seen as a pragmatic answer to the economic vitality of the islands. By banishing the impact of the weather on flights, ferries and shipping, it would enable thousands of workers and visitors a swift, trouble-free commute to and from each island and Normandy.

At a stroke, its impact would energise the Channel Island economy, currently hobbled by an ageing population, a severe housing shortage and the expense of bringing in everyday products by sea and air every day, weather permitting.

Martyn said: “Making it easier for everyone to reach the Channel Islands will transform the future for everyone. Our economies are strong but are being held back when we all need them to expand further. This innovation will herald a boom across financial services, tourism and beyond.”

Further information can be found here about the events in Jersey and Guernsey.