03.04.13
Tunnel fit-out contract awarded for Crossrail
Crossrail has awarded its final major construction contract to a joint venture comprising Costain Ltd, TSO and Alstom Transport.
The tunnel fit-out works covers the installation of track, overhead power equipment, ventilation fans and drainage systems, as well as fire mains and lighting throughout the entire tunnelled section.
The contract includes commitments to provide 50 new apprenticeships and new job start roles for long-term unemployed, or those who have been out of education or training for six months. The new starts will go exclusively to people living within the vicinity of London.
Andrew Wolstenholme, Crossrail chief executive said: “Construction of the new rail tunnels under London continues to advance. As tunnelling concludes work will get underway to turn the tunnels into an operational railway with new track installed as well as power, drainage and ventilation systems.
“Tunnel fit-out is one of the largest contracts to be let by Crossrail and will create hundreds of new job opportunities as well as providing a welcome boost to regionally-based manufacturers and suppliers.”
Mike Casebourne, project director for the ATC JV, said: “This is fantastic news for us and for London’s commuters, who will be able to benefit from the new rail service for decades to come. Our teams now have the vital role of converting Crossrail’s tunnels into an operational railway.
“We’re delighted to have won such a prestigious contract as our first contract.”
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