Forrestfield Airport Link project, Australia

22nd July 2016 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Forrestfield Airport Link project, Australia

Name and Location
Forrestfield Airport Link project, Perth, Australia.

Client
Public Transport Authority of Western Australia.

Project Description
The project entails the design, construction and maintenance of the Forrestfield Airport Link rail line for ten years, which will connect the eastern suburbs of the city with an existing suburban rail network, as well as the airport.

Its total length will be 8.5 km, of which 8 km will be underground.

Twin tunnels will be bored for almost the entire length of the line.

The project includes the construction of three stations, parking spaces and new and expanded bus feeder services.

Value
The contract is valued at €791.7-million.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
Salini Impregilo and joint venture partner NRW have been awarded the construction contract.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Salini Impregilo and NRW (construction contract).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Public Transport Authority of Western Australia, tel +61 8 9326 2000 or email enquiries.pta@pta.wa.gov.au
Salini Impregilo, email info@salini-impregilo.com.