US$16-million contract is part of US$1.5-billion bridge project
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 4, 2009--
AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of
professional technical and management support services for government
and commercial clients around the world, announced today that it has won
the design work, valued at US$16 million, for a US$1.5-billion bridge
over the Padma River in Bangladesh.
The approximately 3.43-mile river crossing will be the country’s longest
bridge, connecting Bangladesh’s southwest region with its capital,
Dhaka. The government expects the new bridge to increase the country’s
gross domestic product by 1.2 percent by shortening travel time to the
southwest by several hours. The bridge’s design will also incorporate
communications infrastructure, a gas-transmission pipeline and have the
ability to carry a future railway.
“AECOM is proud to be selected for this important investment in
infrastructure as a way to positively impact a country’s economic
viability,” said John M. Dionisio, AECOM president and chief executive
officer. “By leveraging AECOM’s global network of expertise, we fully
expect this iconic transportation project to further strengthen our
position as the leading long-span bridge designer in Asia.”
About AECOM
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is a global provider of professional technical and
management support services to a broad range of markets, including
transportation, facilities, environmental and energy. With 43,000
employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets
that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge,
innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that
enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments.
AECOM serves clients in more than 100 countries and had revenue of $5.6
billion during the 12-month period ended December 31, 2008. More
information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
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obligation, to update any forward-looking statement.
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Source: AECOM Technology Corporation
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