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Leighton Group Awarded Packages of Victorian Regional Fast Rail Project
Issue Date: 25 June 2002Issued By: Leighton Holdings Limited
Company Announcements Office
The Australian Stock Exchange Limited
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20 Bridge Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Re: Leighton Group Awarded Packages of Victorian Regional Fast Rail Project
Dear Sir,
Please find attached copies of media releases to be issued today announcing the awarding of various packages of the Victorian Regional Fast Rail Project to Leighton Group subsidiaries John Holland Group Pty Ltd (70% owned by Leighton Holdings Limited) and Thiess Pty Ltd.
Yours faithfully,
A.J. MOIR
Company Secretary
The John Holland-Transfield Joint Venture is Awarded $298 million in Contracts for Regional Fast Rail Project
Issue Date: 25 June 2002
Issued by: Regional Rail Link
The Victorian Government has appointed the Regional Rail Link Consortium – comprising two of Australia’s leading contractors - John Holland and Transfield Construction in a 50:50 joint venture – to upgrade the railway from Melbourne to Bendigo and Melbourne to Traralgon.
John Holland Managing Director, Bill Wild and Transfield Construction Chief Executive Officer, Steve MacDonald, said they were delighted to have been selected.
“We are confident our combined expertise will deliver both projects on schedule, within budget and to the complete satisfaction of the Victorian government and communities involved. Our focus will be to provide seamless delivery that meets or exceeds their expectations,” said Mr Wild.
“We will work closely with the Victorian Government and the relevant communities and stakeholders to ensure smooth construction and an absolute minimum of disruption to the travelling public.
“Regional Fast Rail – part of the Partnerships Victoria Program – will provide regional and rural Victorians with a state-of-the-art rail system that improves travel times, increases passenger confidence and comfort, and boosts opportunities for economic growth in these important regions,” said Mr MacDonald.
Both John Holland and Transfield Construction have extensive experience in rail systems, design, construction planning and maintenance. This appointment confirms their large investment in rail systems and equipment and leadership in rail infrastructure development across Australia.
Further information:
Bill Wild
John Holland Group Pty Ltd
Ph: (03) 9934 5233
Mob: 0409 066 702
Damian Gleeson
Transfield Pty Ltd
Ph: (02) 9978 8142
Mob: 0403 273 215
Media Briefing Material
Regional Rail Link (RRL)
Regional Rail Link (RRL) is a joint venture headed by John Holland and Transfield Construction, who have an unparalleled track record of delivering state-of-the-art rail and other significant public infrastructure to governments and communities across Australia.
RRL’s collective strengths are extremely impressive, including:
The Australian Stock Exchange Limited
Level 4
20 Bridge Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Re: Leighton Group Awarded Packages of Victorian Regional Fast Rail Project
Dear Sir,
Please find attached copies of media releases to be issued today announcing the awarding of various packages of the Victorian Regional Fast Rail Project to Leighton Group subsidiaries John Holland Group Pty Ltd (70% owned by Leighton Holdings Limited) and Thiess Pty Ltd.
Yours faithfully,
A.J. MOIR
Company Secretary
The John Holland-Transfield Joint Venture is Awarded $298 million in Contracts for Regional Fast Rail Project
Issue Date: 25 June 2002
Issued by: Regional Rail Link
The Victorian Government has appointed the Regional Rail Link Consortium – comprising two of Australia’s leading contractors - John Holland and Transfield Construction in a 50:50 joint venture – to upgrade the railway from Melbourne to Bendigo and Melbourne to Traralgon.
John Holland Managing Director, Bill Wild and Transfield Construction Chief Executive Officer, Steve MacDonald, said they were delighted to have been selected.
“We are confident our combined expertise will deliver both projects on schedule, within budget and to the complete satisfaction of the Victorian government and communities involved. Our focus will be to provide seamless delivery that meets or exceeds their expectations,” said Mr Wild.
“We will work closely with the Victorian Government and the relevant communities and stakeholders to ensure smooth construction and an absolute minimum of disruption to the travelling public.
“Regional Fast Rail – part of the Partnerships Victoria Program – will provide regional and rural Victorians with a state-of-the-art rail system that improves travel times, increases passenger confidence and comfort, and boosts opportunities for economic growth in these important regions,” said Mr MacDonald.
Both John Holland and Transfield Construction have extensive experience in rail systems, design, construction planning and maintenance. This appointment confirms their large investment in rail systems and equipment and leadership in rail infrastructure development across Australia.
Further information:
Bill Wild
John Holland Group Pty Ltd
Ph: (03) 9934 5233
Mob: 0409 066 702
Damian Gleeson
Transfield Pty Ltd
Ph: (02) 9978 8142
Mob: 0403 273 215
Media Briefing Material
Regional Rail Link (RRL)
Regional Rail Link (RRL) is a joint venture headed by John Holland and Transfield Construction, who have an unparalleled track record of delivering state-of-the-art rail and other significant public infrastructure to governments and communities across Australia.
RRL’s collective strengths are extremely impressive, including:
- leading design
- engineering and construction capabilities
- fully co-ordinated and transparent project management experience
- relationship management expertise with industry, unions, suppliers and the community.
The RRL joint venture, with a combined national workforce of more than 10,000 people and current projects valued at more than $2 billion, is collectively responsible for some of the largest and most exciting construction projects in recent Australian history.
These include:
- leading design
- the $1.2 billion Alice Springs–Darwin Rail Project, due for completion in 2004
- a five-year maintenance contract on Western Australia’s narrow gauge network in partnership with Westnet, formerly Westrail;
- the New Southern Railway connecting Sydney’s domestic and international airports with the CBD, worth more than $900 million;
- the Brisbane Airport Rail Link connecting the airport with the CBD, valued at $220 million;
- the massive, recently completed Melbourne City Link Project totalling $2.2 billion.
Backed by one of the world’s largest financial institutions, Deutsche Bank, RRL is committed to providing Victorians with leading, world-class rail infrastructure that meshes with the latest developments in passenger train travel.
RRL Capability & Experience
Our track record in rail upgrades, major infrastructure delivery and maintenance is second to none
RRL brings to Victoria’s Regional Rail Project the most experienced team of private sector designers, planners, engineers, project managers and technical experts in rail infrastructure in Australia today.
Our key personnel have been directly involved in some of the most visionary infrastructure projects in recent Australian history. Some of RRL’s recent major projects include:
Alice Springs – Darwin Rail Project
RRL partner John Holland is the leading participant in the design and construction of a massive 1440 km of standard gauge railway from Alice Springs to Darwin; one of the most exciting and challenging rail projects in the world. John Holland is also a member of a consortium responsible for maintenance of 800 km of track between Tarcoola and Alice Springs. When the new the Alice to Darwin track is complete, John Holland will take over maintenance of the entire network.
RRL partner John Holland is the leading participant in the design and construction of a massive 1440 km of standard gauge railway from Alice Springs to Darwin; one of the most exciting and challenging rail projects in the world. John Holland is also a member of a consortium responsible for maintenance of 800 km of track between Tarcoola and Alice Springs. When the new the Alice to Darwin track is complete, John Holland will take over maintenance of the entire network.
Westrail Infrastructure, Western Australia
RRL partner, John Holland a leading participant in the maintenance of the urban and regional rail networks in Western Australia. All works are completed under traffic, during scheduled occupations of the system or overnight, when the track is unoccupied. John Holland’s contract for maintenance of the urban system was recently extended by five years while the regional contract was extended by 12 months prior to its privatisation.
Brisbane Airport Rail Link
In May this year, RRL partner Transfield successfully completed the $220 million elevated passenger rail link from Brisbane Airport to the city centre. The company is also responsible for the maintenance of the system for the next 30 years.
New Southern Rail, Sydney
Transfield and RRL major subcontractor, Maunsell McIntyre, were two of the lead companies in the design and construction of a $900 million underground rail link between Sydney’s domestic and international air terminals and the city centre. A twin track system, the 10km rail link was officially opened last year.
RRL partner, John Holland a leading participant in the maintenance of the urban and regional rail networks in Western Australia. All works are completed under traffic, during scheduled occupations of the system or overnight, when the track is unoccupied. John Holland’s contract for maintenance of the urban system was recently extended by five years while the regional contract was extended by 12 months prior to its privatisation.
Brisbane Airport Rail Link
In May this year, RRL partner Transfield successfully completed the $220 million elevated passenger rail link from Brisbane Airport to the city centre. The company is also responsible for the maintenance of the system for the next 30 years.
New Southern Rail, Sydney
Transfield and RRL major subcontractor, Maunsell McIntyre, were two of the lead companies in the design and construction of a $900 million underground rail link between Sydney’s domestic and international air terminals and the city centre. A twin track system, the 10km rail link was officially opened last year.
Koolyanobbing to Kalgoorlie Track Upgrade
John Holland, in partnership with MVM Rail, is currently upgrading 200km of standard gauge track between Koolyanobbing to Kalgoorlie in Western Australia.
Melbourne City Link
In a joint venture with Obayashi, Transfield recently delivered the Melbourne City Link Project to the Victorian Government and the Victorian community. A massive infrastructure undertaking, the $2.2 billion project included: the design and construction of more than 23 km of major road infrastructure; a 5.2 km tunnel under the Yarra River; construction or modification of 34 bridges and a state-of-the-art electronic tolling system.
Further information:
Bill Wild
John Holland Group Pty Ltd
Ph: (03) 9934 5233
Mob: 0409 066 702
Transfield Pty Ltd
Damian Gleeson
Ph: (02) 9978 8142
Mob: 0403 273 215
Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture Awarded Two Country Works Packages on the Regional Fast Rail Project
Issue Date: 25 June 2002
Issued by: Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture
A Joint Venture, comprising major infrastructure services companies, Thiess and ALSTOM, has been chosen as the Contractor on the Ballarat and Geelong corridors for the Regional Fast Rail Project. The projects have a combined value of $200 million.
The Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture will be responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of track, civil, signal, and communication works to achieve the Department of Infrastructure’s specified travel times for each corridor.
Thiess and ALSTOM have a long and successful history of working together on infrastructure projects throughout Australia, including the Sydenham Electrification Project in Victoria and the Blacktown to Richmond Project in NSW.
The companies have proven experience in the construction and maintenance of Melbourne’s metropolitan railway network. Thiess is currently providing infrastructure maintenance services to M>Train and M>Tram and ALSTOM is providing rolling stock and infrastructure asset management to Connex and tram maintenance services to Metrolink.
Thiess General Manager Vic/SA/Tas/NZ, Mr Don Johnson said he was delighted that Thiess, and its joint venture partners, ALSTOM, had been chosen to play a significant role in achieving the State’s vision of linking regional Victoria.
“The Regional Fast Rail Project will provide greater accessibility to these regional communities, which will in turn lead to future growth and economic development.”
“We are committed to the State’s vision of integrated rail infrastructure and have developed a team with a common set of objectives and the project management expertise to ensure the delivery of this project to the State’s requirements.”
ALSTOM Australia Managing Director and Country President, Sandy Elliot said he was pleased that through this technically challenging Project, the Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture would be able to make a substantial contribution to the local community.
“In line with the State Government and Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture policies, we plan to implement strategies that maximise local employment, providing opportunities to local consultants, suppliers and subcontractors,” he said.
“We will also undertake extensive consultation with stakeholders during execution of the Project.”
Construction will commence late-2002 with all works to be completed by mid-2005.
Ends.
For further information contact:
John Holland, in partnership with MVM Rail, is currently upgrading 200km of standard gauge track between Koolyanobbing to Kalgoorlie in Western Australia.
Melbourne City Link
In a joint venture with Obayashi, Transfield recently delivered the Melbourne City Link Project to the Victorian Government and the Victorian community. A massive infrastructure undertaking, the $2.2 billion project included: the design and construction of more than 23 km of major road infrastructure; a 5.2 km tunnel under the Yarra River; construction or modification of 34 bridges and a state-of-the-art electronic tolling system.
Further information:
Bill Wild
John Holland Group Pty Ltd
Ph: (03) 9934 5233
Mob: 0409 066 702
Transfield Pty Ltd
Damian Gleeson
Ph: (02) 9978 8142
Mob: 0403 273 215
Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture Awarded Two Country Works Packages on the Regional Fast Rail Project
Issue Date: 25 June 2002
Issued by: Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture
A Joint Venture, comprising major infrastructure services companies, Thiess and ALSTOM, has been chosen as the Contractor on the Ballarat and Geelong corridors for the Regional Fast Rail Project. The projects have a combined value of $200 million.
The Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture will be responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of track, civil, signal, and communication works to achieve the Department of Infrastructure’s specified travel times for each corridor.
Thiess and ALSTOM have a long and successful history of working together on infrastructure projects throughout Australia, including the Sydenham Electrification Project in Victoria and the Blacktown to Richmond Project in NSW.
The companies have proven experience in the construction and maintenance of Melbourne’s metropolitan railway network. Thiess is currently providing infrastructure maintenance services to M>Train and M>Tram and ALSTOM is providing rolling stock and infrastructure asset management to Connex and tram maintenance services to Metrolink.
Thiess General Manager Vic/SA/Tas/NZ, Mr Don Johnson said he was delighted that Thiess, and its joint venture partners, ALSTOM, had been chosen to play a significant role in achieving the State’s vision of linking regional Victoria.
“The Regional Fast Rail Project will provide greater accessibility to these regional communities, which will in turn lead to future growth and economic development.”
“We are committed to the State’s vision of integrated rail infrastructure and have developed a team with a common set of objectives and the project management expertise to ensure the delivery of this project to the State’s requirements.”
ALSTOM Australia Managing Director and Country President, Sandy Elliot said he was pleased that through this technically challenging Project, the Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture would be able to make a substantial contribution to the local community.
“In line with the State Government and Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture policies, we plan to implement strategies that maximise local employment, providing opportunities to local consultants, suppliers and subcontractors,” he said.
“We will also undertake extensive consultation with stakeholders during execution of the Project.”
Construction will commence late-2002 with all works to be completed by mid-2005.
Ends.
For further information contact:
Mr Michael O’Rourke
ALSTOM Transport Australia
Chief Executive Officer
T: (02) 9774 7444
Mr Don Johnson
Thiess Pty Ltd
General Manager Vic/SA/Tas/NZ
T: (03) 9864 8888
ALSTOM Transport Australia
Chief Executive Officer
T: (02) 9774 7444
Mr Don Johnson
Thiess Pty Ltd
General Manager Vic/SA/Tas/NZ
T: (03) 9864 8888
Ms Megan Kirk
Thiess Pty Ltd
Communications Manager
T: (03) 9864 8836
Background Information
Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture
The Thiess ALSTOM Joint Venture brings together two of Australia’s leading infrastructure services companies, Thiess Pty Ltd and ALSTOM Australia.
Thiess Pty Ltd (Thiess) is one of the largest integrated engineering and services providers in Australasia, with an annual turnover over A$2.3 billion and current work in hand in excess of A$4 billion. The company’s core areas of business include civil and process engineering, building, mining, facilities operations and maintenance and environmental services, and employs over 9,000 people. Thiess has been providing multi-disciplinary services for over 70 years and has proven technical capabilities in the delivery of major infrastructure projects.
ALSTOM is the global specialist in energy and transport infrastructure. The Company serves the energy market through its activities in the fields of power generation and power transmission and distribution, and the transport market through its activities in rail and marine. In fiscal year 2001/02, ALSTOM had annual sales in excess of 23 billion euro (A$40 billion) and employed 118,000 people in over 70 countries. ALSTOM is listed on the Paris, London and New York stock exchanges.
In Australia, ALSTOM operations turnover more than A$1 billion, employing approximately 3000 people. ALSTOM Transport has a strong presence in the Australian rail industry, providing rail maintenance, signalling systems and rollingstock, with significant operations in Ballarat and Melbourne.
Thiess and ALSTOM have separately been involved in a number of successful design, construction and maintenance projects, including:
- $1.4B Rolling stock and infrastructure asset management for Connex, Vic;
- $1B M>Train and M>Tram Infrastructure Maintenance Project, Vic;
- $130M Supply of CITADISTM Trams and maintenance services for Metrolink, Vic;
- $90M Blacktown to Richmond Line Infrastructure Works and Maintenance Package, NSW;
- $80M Supply and maintenance of propulsion and train management systems to EDI Rail for the Millennium Trains, NSW;
- $36M Sydenham Electrification Alliance Project for the Department of Infrastructure, Vic;
- $26M Collins Street Extension Project, Vic.