The concept arose in 2004, when Renaissance Trains entered negotiations with Network Rail for track access rights in order to operate services between the Glasgow, North West England and East Midlands. The initial proposal advocated running one train per day between Glasgow and Preston where the train would divide with separate portions for Liverpool and Nottingham.
The idea emerged in 2004, when Renaissance Trains engaged in discussions with Network Rail for track usage rights to operate services between Glasgow, North West England, and East Midlands. The initial plan suggested running one train per day from Glasgow to Preston, where the train would split into separate sections for Liverpool and Nottingham.