AECOM selected as design partner for the Capital Line South Light Rail Transit Extension project in Alberta, Canada
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has been selected as the design partner for Phase 1 of Edmonton's Capital Line South Light Rail Transit Extension project in Alberta, Canada. The project, subcontracted to Capital Line Design-Build , includes a 4.5-kilometer light rail extension from Century Park to north of Ellerslie Road, two new stations, and a light rail vehicle storage and maintenance facility.
As the design lead, AECOM will be responsible for infrastructure and systems design. The new line will feature an underpass at 23 Avenue, new bridges crossing Blackmud Creek and Anthony Henday Drive, and new stations at Twin Brooks and Heritage Valley North. AECOM's extensive experience in Canada, including their work on Edmonton's Valley Line project, positions them to deliver high-quality infrastructure design for the Capital Line South.
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) è stato selezionato come partner di design per la Fase 1 del progetto di estensione della linea leggera Capital Line South a Edmonton, in Alberta, Canada. Il progetto, subappaltato a Capital Line Design-Build, comprende un estensione della linea leggera di 4,5 chilometri da Century Park a nord di Ellerslie Road, due nuove stazioni e un impianto di stoccaggio e manutenzione dei veicoli della linea leggera.
In qualità di leader del design, AECOM sarà responsabile del design delle infrastrutture e dei sistemi. La nuova linea presenterà un sottopasso a 23 Avenue, nuovi ponti che attraversano Blackmud Creek e Anthony Henday Drive, e nuove stazioni a Twin Brooks e Heritage Valley North. La vasta esperienza di AECOM in Canada, compreso il loro lavoro sul progetto Valley Line di Edmonton, li posiziona per fornire un design di alta qualità per l'infrastruttura della Capital Line South.
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) ha sido seleccionado como socio de diseño para la Fase 1 del proyecto de extensión del tranvía ligero Capital Line South en Edmonton, Alberta, Canadá. El proyecto, subcontratado a Capital Line Design-Build, incluye una extensión de 4,5 kilómetros del tranvía ligero desde Century Park hasta al norte de Ellerslie Road, dos nuevas estaciones, y un almacén y centro de mantenimiento para vehículos del tranvía ligero.
Como líder de diseño, AECOM será responsable del diseño de infraestructura y sistemas. La nueva línea contará con un paso subterráneo en 23 Avenue, nuevos puentes que cruzan Blackmud Creek y Anthony Henday Drive, y nuevas estaciones en Twin Brooks y Heritage Valley North. La amplia experiencia de AECOM en Canadá, incluido su trabajo en el proyecto Valley Line de Edmonton, los posiciona para entregar un diseño de infraestructura de alta calidad para la Capital Line South.
AECOM (NYSE: ACM)은 캐나다 앨버타주 에드먼턴의 캐피탈 라인 사우스 경전철 연장 프로젝트 1단계의 디자인 파트너로 선정되었습니다. 이 프로젝트는 Capital Line Design-Build에 하청되며, 4.5킬로미터의 경전철 연장이 센츄리 파크에서 엘러슬리 로드 북쪽까지 포함되고, 새로운 두 개의 역과 경전철 차량 저장 및 유지 보수 시설이 포함됩니다.
디자인 리드로서 AECOM은 인프라 및 시스템 디자인을 책임지게 됩니다. 새로운 노선에는 23 애비뉴에 하부 통로가 있으며, 블랙머드 크릭과 앤서니 헨디 드라이브를 가로지르는 새로운 교량과 트윈 브룩스 및 헤리티지 밸리 노스에 새로운 역이 설치됩니다. 에드먼턴의 밸리 라인 프로젝트에서의 업무를 포함한 AECOM의 광범위한 캐나다 경험은 그들이 캐피탈 라인 사우스를 위한 고품질 인프라 디자인을 제공할 수 있도록 합니다.
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) a été sélectionné comme partenaire de conception pour la phase 1 du projet d'extension du tramway léger de la Capital Line South à Edmonton, en Alberta, Canada. Le projet, sous-traité à Capital Line Design-Build, comprend une extension de 4,5 kilomètres du tramway léger de Century Park au nord de la route Ellerslie, deux nouvelles stations et une installation de stockage et de maintenance des véhicules de tramway léger.
En tant que responsable de la conception, AECOM sera chargé de la conception des infrastructures et des systèmes. La nouvelle ligne comportera un passage inférieur à 23 Avenue, de nouveaux ponts traversant Blackmud Creek et Anthony Henday Drive, et de nouvelles stations à Twin Brooks et Heritage Valley North. L'expérience étendue d'AECOM au Canada, y compris son travail sur le projet Valley Line d'Edmonton, les positionne pour fournir une conception d'infrastructure de haute qualité pour la Capital Line South.
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) wurde als Entwurfspartner für die Phase 1 des Projekts zur Erweiterung der Capital Line South Light Rail Transit in Edmonton, Alberta, Kanada, ausgewählt. Das Projekt, das an Capital Line Design-Build vergeben wurde, umfasst eine 4,5 Kilometer lange Erweiterung der Straßenbahnlinie von Century Park bis nördlich der Ellerslie Road, zwei neue Stationen und eine Lager- und Wartungseinrichtung für Straßenbahnfahrzeuge.
Als Designverantwortlicher wird AECOM für die Infrastruktur- und Systemgestaltung verantwortlich sein. Die neue Linie wird einen Unterführung an der 23 Avenue, neue Brücken über den Blackmud Creek und die Anthony Henday Drive sowie neue Stationen in Twin Brooks und Heritage Valley North umfassen. AECOMs umfangreiche Erfahrung in Kanada, einschließlich ihrer Arbeit am Valley Line Projekt in Edmonton, versetzt sie in die Lage, hochwertiges Infrastrukturdesign für die Capital Line South zu liefern.
- AECOM selected as design partner for a major light rail transit project in Edmonton
- Project includes 4.5-kilometer light rail extension, two new stations, and a maintenance facility
- AECOM's previous experience with Edmonton's transit projects strengthens their position
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Insights
The Capital Line South LRT Extension project represents a significant infrastructure development for Edmonton, enhancing urban mobility and potentially stimulating economic growth along the corridor. The 4.5-kilometer extension with two new stations and a maintenance facility will improve connectivity and capacity of the existing LRT system.
Key aspects of the project include:
- Underpass construction at 23 Avenue
- New bridges over Blackmud Creek and Anthony Henday Drive
- Operations and maintenance facility
This project aligns with global trends in urban transit expansion, focusing on sustainable transportation solutions. The integration of LRT planning with land use activities suggests a holistic approach to urban development, which could lead to increased property values and development opportunities near the new stations.
While positive for AECOM's project pipeline, the long-term nature of infrastructure projects means immediate financial impact may be Investors should monitor project progress and potential for similar contracts in other markets.
Edmonton's Capital Line South LRT Extension is a strategic move in urban development, aligning with smart city initiatives worldwide. This project demonstrates a commitment to sustainable urban mobility, which can have far-reaching effects on city planning and quality of life.
Key implications include:
- Potential for transit-oriented development around new stations
- Reduced traffic congestion and carbon emissions
- Improved accessibility, potentially boosting property values
AECOM's involvement in both the current project and previous Edmonton LRT initiatives showcases their expertise in integrated urban transit solutions. This continuity could lead to efficiencies in project execution and strengthen AECOM's position for future urban transit projects globally.
The project's focus on integrating LRT planning with land use activities is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a comprehensive approach to urban development that could serve as a model for other cities. This holistic strategy could enhance AECOM's reputation as a leader in sustainable urban infrastructure design.
“We are excited to help realize this key infrastructure investment for the
As a design lead on the Capital Line Design-Build Ltd. team, AECOM will be responsible for infrastructure and systems design. The new line will be built along the west side of 111 Street with an underpass at 23 Avenue, new bridges crossing Blackmud Creek and Anthony Henday Drive and new stations at Twin Brooks and Heritage Valley North. This project will also include a new operations and maintenance facility, with a separate contractor delivering a new fleet of light rail vehicles.
“We are thrilled to continue our close partnership with the
AECOM's previous work for the
About AECOM
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