LONDON, UK: Costain Group is partnering with Heathrow Airport to ship its new funding programme, which will present a step-change inside the buyer expertise and transform the airport on its journey to become a net-zero aviation hub.
As supply partner offering construction, consulting and digital capabilities, Costain will work with Heathrow all through the project lifecycle to shape, create and ship asset renewal and construction projects procured through the Terminal Asset Renewal Partner and Major Project Partner lots of the H7 framework. Costain has been awarded its first commission, early contractor involvement inside the design phase of the improve of baggage dealing with facilities and systems at Terminal 2, via the Major Project Partner lot.
Sue Kershaw, Managing Director for Transportation at Costain, said: “I am delighted that our construction, consulting and digital experts have been chosen to assist Heathrow transform its performance. Our built-in team will work closely with Heathrow to address the challenges of rebounding from COVID, transforming to a net-zero airport and attracting new customers and airways to give passengers a world-class airport experience.”
The Costain Heathrow team will work throughout the lifecycle of renewal and construction projects, implementing a systems approach to identify efficiencies, streamline the supply of works and present a blueprint for sustainable operations. Costain will play the role of integrator inside an enterprise model, ensuring that the supply and operation of new infrastructure meets the necessities of the customer, present chain, operator and passenger. Included inside the scope of works are:
- Upgrades and enhancements to Terminal 2 and adjoining facilities,
- Delivery of main projects, together with construction of baggage dealing with facilities and implementation of baggage systems.
Heathrow’s Chief Solutions Officer Helen Elsby said: “We have daring plans to enhance Heathrow over the subsequent 4 years, ensuring journeys are smooth, safe and reliable. We are happy to nominate a vary of excellent companions on the vital infrastructure upgrades that will underpin this, and can proceed to work with our regulator on a deal that helps this important work. We’re happy to welcome Costain again to Heathrow and to be working in partnership with them to enhance passenger expertise inside the airport.”