“As home to New Zealand’s second largest airport and second busiest export port, Christchurch plays a critical role in the economic development of the whole South Island,” says Transport Minister Mr Simon Bridges. “It is the transport gateway for tourism and business, making access to the city, its freight hubs and export markets critical for the economic success of the whole country.”

CSM2 includes 8km of new 4 lane motorway, 5km of existing SH1 duplication, 5km of local roads and adaptions, 7 bridges over the new highway and 1 local road culverted beneath it.

Construction will begin in October and is expected to be completed by late 2019.

“We are looking forward to continuing the tried and tested partnership that is already in play on the Russley Rd Upgrade project in Christchurch,” said CSM2 Project Manager Marc Papke. “A project of this nature helps to ensure Christchurch remains an integral hub for the South Island into the future.”

The collaboration between the two companies, which will be led by a joint management team, will combine Downer’s strength in road works and McConnell Dowell’s expertise in bridges and structures. Both companies also bring the innovations and experience developed as part of their involvement in SCIRT over the past five years.

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