AECOM joint venture awarded US$43.3-million contract for the extension of Boston’s Green Line light rail service
AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of
professional technical and management support services for public and
private clients in more than 130 countries around the world, announced
today that a joint venture it leads was awarded a US$43.3-million
contract by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to proceed
with advanced preliminary design services, the first phase of the joint
venture’s overall contract for the extension of the Massachusetts Bay
Transportation Authority’s (MBTA) Green Line light rail service in
Boston.
In addition to advanced preliminary design services, the joint venture
will provide final design services and services during construction in
future phases of the contract for a number of elements, including seven
new stations and 4.5 miles of light rail tracks; the relocation of
Lechmere station; the reconstruction of bridges along the corridor; and
the development of a new maintenance and transportation facility.
“We are proud to partner with the MBTA on its first expansion project in
25 years, which also is currently the largest infrastructure project in
Massachusetts,” said AECOM Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John M.
Dionisio. “Our local light rail expertise, as well as our direct
experience with the entire MBTA system, position AECOM well to help
improve Green Line service for Boston’s residents and visitors.”
The extension project is expected to improve air quality and travel
times within the corridor, as well as reduce automobile congestion.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management
support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation,
facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With
approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in
all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global
reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in
delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built,
natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM
serves clients in more than 130 countries and had revenue of $8.2
billion during the 12 months ended Sept. 30, 2012. More information on
AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
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