Costain has landed a \u00a3400m contract to deliver tunnel and lineside mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems for HS2.<\/p>\n
Under the deal, the contractor will deliver the design, supply, manufacture, installation, testing and commissioning of HS2\u2019s tunnel and lineside M&E systems during construction.<\/p>\n
Its work will start in Q1 2025 for a seven-year period, with an option for additional contract extensions.<\/p>\n
A statement from Costain said the M&E systems installation will include services within the tunnels, plus cross-passages, low-voltage power services and distribution on the open part of the route. The company will also design, supply, install, test and commission the tunnel ventilation systems.<\/p>\n
Costain chief executive Alex Vaughan said: \u201cCostain has a long-standing involvement with the UK\u2019s largest strategic infrastructure programme and this new award is testament to the strength of our collaborative and successful relationship with HS2.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur teams will draw on their experience and expertise in delivering world-class M&E systems, for example on Crossrail, and will use the latest technology to drive efficiency.\u201d<\/p>\n
He added: \u201cHS2 will be transformational for UK connectivity, freeing up capacity on the existing rail network and alleviating road traffic and congestion. It\u2019s a project that will continue to create jobs, develop skills and drive prosperity long after construction.\u201d<\/p>\n