TORONTO, Aug. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) (“Aecon” or the “Company”) announced today that South Fraser Station Partners, a consortium comprised of Aecon, ACCIONA and Pomerleau, in which Aecon holds a 33.3% interest, has reached financial close for the stations contract on the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project. The contract is valued at $928 million and Aecon’s share of the contract was added to its Construction segment backlog in the second quarter of 2024.
The Surrey Langley SkyTrain will extend the existing Expo Line along Fraser Highway from King George Station to a new terminus station in Langley City Centre. The project includes the design and construction of eight stations, three transit exchanges, nine power substations, and 250 metres of guideway at the SkyTrain’s terminus station. Certain early works are underway, and construction is expected to commence in late 2024, with anticipated substantial completion in 2029.
“We look forward to working with the Province of BC and our partners to deliver this critical transit extension – improving mobility for one of the fastest growing areas in Metro Vancouver,” said Jean-Louis Servranckx, President and Chief Executive Officer, Aecon Group Inc. “The stations contract is a significant component of the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project and we are proud to bring our expertise in delivering complex transit projects to build sustainable infrastructure that meets the needs of future generations.”
Further information about the project is available on the Province of British Columbia’s website.
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Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience. Aecon delivers integrated solutions to private and public sector clients through its Construction segment in the Civil, Urban Transportation, Nuclear, Utility and Industrial sectors, and provides project development, financing, investment, management, and operations and maintenance services through its Concessions segment. Join our online community on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram @AeconGroupInc.
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For further information:
Adam Borgatti SVP, Corporate Development and Investor Relations 416-297-2600 ir@aecon.com
Nicole Court Vice President, Corporate Affairs 416-297-2600 corpaffairs@aecon.com
