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Railway infrastructure in Oceania

ACCIONA leads the Logan and Gold Coast rail megaproject in Australia for €3.400 billion

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The ActivUs consortium, which includes ACCIONA, has been awarded the design and construction contract for the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project. With a total investment of €3.400 billion, the initiative aims to double rail capacity between Brisbane and the Gold Coast in preparation for the 2032 Olympic Games.

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The consortium ActivUs, led by the Spanish company ACCIONA, has been awarded the main package of the railway project Logan and Gold Coast (LGC) Faster Rail en Queensland, AustraliaThis award, valued at approximately 3.400 millones de euros (5.750 billion Australian dollars), represents a strategic milestone in the expansion of sustainable transport infrastructure in the region.

 

The working group, which includes top-tier partners such as CPB Contractors, UGL, SMEC y WSP, will collaborate closely with the Departamento de Transporte y Carreteras Principales de Queensland y Queensland RailThe primary objective is to transform connectivity in the southeast of the city, addressing the growing demand for mobility before the celebration of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

 

Technical scope and infrastructure modernization

 

The project focuses on a sustainable transport solution which will increase the efficiency and frequency of services. Among the most notable actions is the doubling of tracks in the critical section between Kuraby y Beenleighgoing from two to four operational lines. This expansion is essential to mitigate current congestion and guarantee a constant flow of passengers along the 20-kilometer corridor.

 

In addition to transport capacity, the contract includes the comprehensive modernization of the stations to improve their accessibility and the creation of new facilities. deterrent parkingRoad safety will also be enhanced by eliminating level crossings in key areas such as Woodridge, Bethania y Holmviewalso facilitating the transit of pedestrians and cyclists.

 

Concept Project Details
Total inversion €3.400 billion (AUD 5.750 billion)
Corridor Length 20 kilometers
Track Duplication Section Between Kuraby y Beenleigh
Start of Main Works End of 2026
Horizon Event Olympics Brisbane 2032

 

Timeline and execution phases

 

Currently, the consortium ActivUs The project has already begun site studies and is progressing with the architectural design of the stations and associated infrastructure for the corridor. According to the established timeline, site preparation and preliminary work will take place during the first half of 2026.

 

Large-scale construction is scheduled to begin later that year. The project involves not only new civil works but also a major upgrade to the existing infrastructure. current railway systemintegrating technologies that allow for more agile and safer traffic management in one of the areas with the highest population growth in Australia.

 

  • Expansion from two to four tracks to double transport capacity.
  • Improved accessibility at stations and new park-and-ride facilities.
  • Elimination of critical points by removing level crossings.
  • Optimized connections for non-motorized transport (pedestrians and cyclists).

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project

1. What is the main objective of this railway investment?

The goal is to meet the high demand for travel between Brisbane y Gold Coast, especially as preparation for the transport infrastructure needed during the 2032 Olympics.

2. Which companies make up the consortium in charge of the works?

The consortium ActivUs is composed of ACCIONA together with his partners CPB Contractors, UGL, SMEC y WSP.

3. When will the major construction work begin?

Although the land studies have already begun, the main works are scheduled to begin at the end of 2026, following a preliminary preparation phase in the first half of that year.

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