McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the design and construction of a 100m wharf extension and associated works at Main Wharf North, Port Nelson.
This is an exciting project for McConnell Dowell, building on our extensive track record in wharf design and construction throughout New Zealand, Pacific, Australia and South East Asia. Our Engineering, Technology and Innovation (ETI) division has specialist marine capability which we have leveraged to deliver a superior design solution to our client.
The works consist of:
- Design of the new wharf structure.
- Demolition and removal of the existing wharf structure.
- Construction of new wharf structure and all other finishing off works required for the new wharf to be put to service.
Port Nelson Limited provides core port services and property management services to help promote the economic prosperity of the region. The new facilities will allow visits by larger container and cruise vessels and will increase the port's resilience in a major earthquake.
Fraser Wyllie, Managing Director for New Zealand and the Pacific says, “We look forward to working with Port Nelson to safely deliver another world-class quality marine project to help increase economic prosperity and resilience for the region.”
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McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that we have been awarded Terminal Development Plan (TDP) Fuel Diversion and Fuel Network Compliance Stages 2 & 3 by Auckland International Airport Ltd (AIAL).
AIAL manages the country’s largest and fastest growing airport and has an ambitious 30-year expansion plan it needs to implement to service this growth.
McConnell Dowell has an extensive mechanical self-perform capability and track record and we are excited at the opportunity to partner with AIAL to deliver a high quality and safe project for their aviation fuel infrastructure.
The work consists of:
- Re-routing a new 600m section of the existing DN 450 (18”) buried steel pipeline fuel supply main to enable the construction of a new domestic jet terminal baggage handling building.
- Excavation, civil repairs, mechanical repairs, and reinstatement to various maintenance items on the airside Jet A1 fuel supply network, with new works consisting of a 68m steel fuel pipeline and the replacement of approximately 1800m2 of concrete apron.
The reliability of aviation fuel infrastructure is critical to the airport. This project is being undertaken in a busy, operational airside environment with the pipeline being laid in sections whilst maintaining fuel supply throughout airport facilities.
To learn more click here - https://corporate.aucklandairport.co.nz/news/latest-media/2019/new-pipeline-fuels-airfield-development-plans
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McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that, in joint venture with Decmil, it has been appointed as preferred contractor to deliver the Mordialloc Freeway Project on behalf of Major Roads Project Victoria (MRPV).
An early works contract has been awarded with work commencing immediately. The main contract is expected to be awarded by late 2019 upon completion of the Environmental Planning Approval process, and construction works to start shortly after.
The Mordialloc Freeway project will link the Dingley Bypass with the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, reducing travel times by up to nine minutes to and from the Peninsula, and further enhancing opportunities for economic and tourism development in the area.
McConnell Dowell Managing Director, Jim Firth, welcomed the announcement and added,
“McConnell Dowell are looking forward to working with Decmil as preferred contractor to deliver this important part of Victoria’s growing transport infrastructure for the Victorian State Government.
“As with other significant infrastructure projects being delivered by McConnell Dowell in Victoria we are very pleased to have been selected to commence the early works and to ultimately deliver a safe, environmentally sensitive and high quality project that will reduce travel times and improve traffic flows through Melbourne’s south east.”
Artist impression of concept design for Springvale Road (Image supplied by MRPV)
McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce that a McConnell Dowell and Built Environs joint venture has been awarded the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) contract for the Puhinui Station Interchange.
The Puhinui Interchange is a key component of the Southwest Gateway, a programme aimed at enhancing public transport connectivity between Auckland Airport and the CBD. It is also a catalyst for wider bus and rail connections to enable more sustainable transport modes.
This contract means McConnell Dowell and Built Environs are integral to the design phase, before construction begins later in 2019.
McConnell Dowell Managing Director for New Zealand and Pacific, Fraser Wyllie welcomed the announcement, saying, “Together, McConnell Dowell and Built Environs have a strong track record of delivering rail projects such as the Western Program Alliance, Gold Coast Light Rail, City Rail Link Contract 2 and the North Melbourne Station Upgrade.
We are excited and look forward to working closely with Auckland Transport to deliver a safe, innovative and sustainable transport network for the region.”
Auckland Transport Chief Executive Shane Ellison said, “It’s fantastic to have the McConnell Dowell – Built Environs Joint Venture involved early so we can focus on delivering the upgraded Puhinui Station Interchange. By early 2021 we’ll have a modern, new interchange at Puhinui, with direct, fast and frequent bus services running every 10 minutes along priority lanes.”
This project showcases the internal collaboration of McConnell Dowell and Built Environs of how diverse parts of the business with capability, infrastructure, design and construction can work together, further cementing the reputation and standing of the business as a whole.
The works consist of:
- Demolishing the existing Puhinui Station footbridge
- Construction of high-quality fit out, at-grade bus area including shelter, kiss and ride parking, cycle shelter and landscaping, an elevated concourse with vertical transportation (stairs, lifts and escalators), and HOP ticket gateline, staff and retail facilities.
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McConnell Dowell is pleased to announce the award of a design and construct contract by the Commonwealth of Australia for wharf infrastructure works in a number of Pacific Islands.
The work involves upgrades to wharves in Tuvalu, Tonga, Samoa, Fiji, Cook Islands, Kiribati and Vanuatu to accommodate a new Guardian-class Patrol Boats The boats will enhance Pacific Island nation’s ability to patrol their own exclusive economic zones (EEZs).
McConnell Dowell Managing Director for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, Fraser Wyllie said the project aligned perfectly with McConnell Dowell’s capability. “With our strength in marine construction and our established networks in the Pacific, this project is a perfect fit for McConnell Dowell. We have a strong track record of delivering innovative solutions for logistically challenging marine projects across New Zealand, Australia, South East Asia and the Pacific.”
McConnell Dowell has worked extensively in the Pacific for over 50 years and continues to play an important role in the ongoing development of the region. “We have a long history of working with Pacific communities to deliver significant marine, transport, defence and water infrastructure. This project is another opportunity for us to drive progress by improving marine security.”
The infrastructure works are split across seven separate packages, each subject to their own scope and requirements. The works consist of infrastructure upgrades to provide safe berthing and mooring facilities, and wharf access for maintenance and provisioning.
The project has a six-month design and procurement phase which commences immediately, with Construction due to commence in June.