DALLAS, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J)
has been awarded two rail contracts by KiwiRail, New Zealand's rail network owner and operator
as part of KiwiRail's Auckland Metro Rail Programme to modernize
Auckland's rail network. The
Programme delivers vital upgrades to the existing rail network
ahead of the opening of Auckland's
largest ever transport infrastructure project, the City Rail
Link.
Jacobs has been appointed as lead designer for the Wiri to Quay
Park project, providing multidiscipline engineering and
architectural professional services. When complete, the additional
track between South and Central
Auckland will help ease congestion on the rail network.
"An upgraded rail network is critical to alleviating congestion
and unlocking growth in the region," said Jacobs Executive Vice
President Patrick Hill. "These
appointments create opportunity for Jacobs to deliver lasting
benefits for commuters and New
Zealand's economy, while supporting future mobility growth
in Auckland."
In addition, Jacobs, in partnership with John Holland, McConnell
Dowell and Novare, will deliver design and construction
services for the Papakura to Pukekohe Rail Electrification project.
The project includes the electrification of 11.8 miles (19
kilometers) of track and the construction of two additional
platforms at Pukekohe station. Jacobs will deliver detailed design
services and management, surveillance and quality assurance (MSQA)
services during the construction phase. Electrifying the line will
allow passengers getting on in Pukekohe south of Auckland, to travel direct to the city, rather
than transferring trains at Papakura.
"The network enables people to make 21.4 million trips a year
and, once the City Rail Link projects are finished, we expect
another jump in commuter numbers as people recognize the benefits
of rail commuting," says KiwiRail Chief Operating Officer Capital
Projects David Gordon. "The government is investing heavily in the
Auckland network and we're making
good progress to ensure this investment delivers as quickly as
possible for Aucklanders, propelling Auckland's rail commuter services into the
future."
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solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities,
resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational
advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing,
turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for
good. With $14 billion in revenue and
a talent force of approximately 55,000, Jacobs provides a full
spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical,
scientific and project delivery for the government and private
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ended April 2, 2021, and in
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