Colas, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group and through its subsidiaries Colas France and Tersen, has been chosen by the ADP Group for the rehabilitation of runway 1 and its 22 taxiways at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport (France) — in a consortium with Bouygues Energies & Services, Spie Batignolles Valérian, JDC Airports and Iris Conseil. For the rehabilitation of this 4.8-kilometer runway and its taxiways, more than 350 employees will be mobilized over a four-month period, starting mid-July 2025. The work will include the laying of 200,000 tons of asphalt mix, 16,000 cubic meters of concrete pavement and more than … Read more
Joint-Venture Delivers Mickey Leland International Terminal in Houston
International flights have already begun departing from the new D West terminal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The joint-venture team of Austin-Gilbane has successfully delivered the Mickey Leland International Terminal, marking a significant milestone for the city of Houston (Texas). Over the last seven years, Austin-Gilbane has worked diligently to significantly expand and refurbish one of the busiest airports in the United States. The end goal was to maintain IAH’s momentum as an international hub. The project also included substantial upgrades to an existing and fully active terminal, a new sterile corridor for international arrivals and the completion of the … Read more
CPB Contractors to Build Stage 2 of Melbourne Airport Naarm Way Project
CPB Contractors has been selected by Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) to deliver stage two of the Melbourne Airport Naarm Way Project, encompassing a road and forecourt works. This is the second project that CPB Contractors is delivering at Melbourne Airport, having been awarded the Qantas T1 Security and Screening Project in December 2023. The two projects will generate revenue of approximately $260 million for CPB Contractors. With passenger numbers at the airport expected to double to nearly 76 million by 2042, these critical works will futureproof landside passenger and freight access, providing a more enjoyable customer experience. The scope of work … Read more
Construction of $1.57B Pittsburgh International Airport Project Eclipses 60% Completion
The Pittsburgh International Airport project (Pennsylvania) includes a unique bridge and tunnel experience – inspired by Pittsburgh’s Fort Pitt Tunnel and bridge experience – linking the new terminal to airside concessions, amenities and gates. A functional element such as this reflects the architectural philosophy guiding the new airport’s design. The connector bridge opens to reveal a modernized center core atrium. The new terminal’s improved passenger experience will include cutting the time from curb to gate in half, a vastly expanded security checkpoint with more lanes – including one dedicated for families – faster baggage delivery times, additional covered parking with … Read more
Vienna Airport to Undergo Expansion
The terminal infrastructure at Vienna Airport in Austria is about to be expanded. In addition to new bus gates, recreation areas and lounges, the plans include ample space for shopping and eating. The consortium consisting of PORR, ORTNER and ELIN has been awarded the contract for the south expansion, with the contract volume for the consortium amounting to EUR 265 million. The south terminal expansion is scheduled to open in 2027. With its subsidiary pde Integrale Planung GmbH, PORR has opted for early contractor involvement. “The construction companies are already cooperating right from the design and planning phase and can … Read more