Dalaman Becomes World’s First Airport Terminal Powered Entirely by Rooftop Solar

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In 2022, Ferrovial Airports reached an agreement with Turkish Infrastructure company YDA Group to acquire a 60% stake in the company that manages the Dalaman International Airport concession located in Southwest Turkey. The project has reached a major milestone in sustainable aviation, becoming the first airport terminal globally to meet 100% of its electricity demand solely through rooftop solar installations. The completion of Phase 2 of its rooftop solar power project represents a step change in sustainable airport operations. The solar installation generates more than 20,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually, avoiding approximately 8,500 tons of CO₂ emissions each year … Read more

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Silvertown Tunnel Opening in London Showcases Infrastructure Excellence

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The Silvertown Tunnel, a landmark infrastructure project that will significantly enhance transportation in East London, England has officially opened. This achievement, delivered by Ferrovial on behalf of Transport for London, underscores the general contractor’s commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions through its end-to-end model and the public-private partnership framework. The joint-venture Riverlinx CJV, comprised of Ferrovial (through its construction division), BAM and SK ecoplant, has been responsible for the design and construction of the tunnel, which will provide a vital new link between the Greenwich Peninsula and the Royal Docks in East London, reducing congestion and improving connectivity for … Read more

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Ferrovial Builds Satellite Control and Operation Center in Spain

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Construction is complete on a Satellite Control Center for Hisdesat on a site in Hoyo de Manzanares, Madrid, provided by Spain’s Ministry of Defense. The project was completed on schedule in 13 months. Ferrovial served as the general contractor. With the most advanced technology in Europe, the facilities will enhance Hisdesat’s capabilities in preparation for the entry into operation of the two new SpainSat NG satellites, to be launched in the coming months. They will also centralize satellite control, monitoring and tracking operations that Hisdesat carries out at various locations. Spain’s Ministry of Defense has classified the construction of this … Read more

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