Costain Skanska JV secures Crossrail contract
5 March 2010
Costain, in joint venture with Skanska, announces that it has
been awarded a contract by Crossrail, as part of the enabling
works framework, to construct the Royal Oak Portal, the first
tunnel-related construction contract for the Crossrail project.
The Royal Oak Portal is near to Paddington main line station and
will act as the transition ramp for Crossrail trains when entering
and exiting the central London tunnels.
Work will begin immediately and is scheduled for completion in
March 2011.
Andrew Wyllie, Chief Executive of Costain, commented:
"We are delighted to have been awarded this first tunnel related
construction contract for Crossrail. To be involved in the
Crossrail project is a significant step forward for Costain and a
valuable addition to our strong rail portfolio."
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