CIMIC Group’s CPB Contractors and UGL, as part of the ActivUs Alliance, have been awarded the design and pre-construction contract for the main works package on the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project.
CPB Contractors and UGL alongside ACCIONA, SMEC and WSP will work in partnership with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Rail to progress design and project planning activities.
Delivery of the LGC project will provide more frequent and reliable public transport services to address the high travel demand between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
CIMIC Group Executive Chairman Juan Santamaría said: “With experience in delivering transformational rail and metro projects in major cities, our team will safely and reliably deliver this next-generation rail line. The project will increase public transport capacity, improve accessibility, and deliver a more seamless, comfortable commute.”
CPB Contractors Managing Director Jason Spears said: “CPB Contractors’ highly skilled local team will draw on our decades of experience delivering complex and city-shaping infrastructure, as well as our local partnerships, to build this game-changing infrastructure and support Queensland’s growing population and thriving tourism industry. We look forward to continuing our collaborative engagement with local people, suppliers and businesses to ensure we maximise economic, employment and social opportunities for the community.”
UGL Managing Director Doug Moss said: “UGL is a leader in the Australian transport sector with proven capabilities in large infrastructure construction, including complex mechanical and electrical installations on some of Australia’s largest transport systems. We look forward to working alongside our Alliance partners to deliver increased capacity for local residents and visitors to South-East Queensland, which will support population growth in the area and help the region to prepare for the historic Brisbane Olympics in 2032.”
Works include:
- An upgrade from two to four rail tracks from Kuraby to Beenleigh, including all civil works and civil structures
- Accessible station upgrades including park ‘n’ ride, kiss ’n’ ride and bus stop upgrades
- Removal of level crossings
- Upgraded rail systems and conventional signalling and enabling works for a European Train Control System (ETCS)
- Modification of the local road network and improved walking and cycling connections along the 20-kilometre project corridor
- Integration of the project with adjacent construction packages and into the existing rail network.
The Alliance will now commence the design process and project planning activities and undertake further site investigations to ensure this key infrastructure investment is completed ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
About us:
CIMIC Group is an engineering-led services, construction and natural resources leader with a history dating back to 1899. Powered by 39,000 people, and pioneering technology and engineering, we deliver high-value and sustainable solutions across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects in around 20 countries. CIMIC Group comprises our engineering and construction businesses CPB Contractors and Leighton Asia, our integrated solutions providers UGL and Sedgman, our natural resources company Thiess (60% ownership), and our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships – all supported by our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns by delivering innovative and competitive solutions for clients and safe, fulfilling careers for our people. We strive to be known for our principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by Safety.
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