The Ironbark joint venture (JV) will deliver two projects as the demand grows on Sydney’s water infrastructure, and as Greater Sydney’s population predicted to double in the next 40 years.
The JV, comprising Bouygues Construction Australia and Rob Carr, will work on the Thornleigh Pipeline Duplication Project and the North West Wastewater Connection Project.
This significant urban growth requires upgrades to water, wastewater, storm water and recycled water infrastructure to support the increased pressure on these systems.
The Thornleigh Pipeline Duplication Project will duplicate the existing 1.4km drinking water
pipeline between Thornleigh Reservoir and Thornleigh-Wahroonga Water Pumping Station.
“The Ironbark JV has extensive local and global experience in the design, development and construction of pipelines, bored tunnels and pump station upgrades. We look forward to working with Sydney Water to build new, and upgrade existing infrastructure and make more efficient use of water resources for the people of Sydney,” Rob Carr General Manager Angelo Soumboulidis said.
The additional water main will support population growth in this region by expanding the capacity of Thornleigh Reservoir, improving system reliability, and maintaining the supply of water to residents.
The population in Sydney’s north west is expected to double by 2056. The North West Wastewater Connection Project is part of a suite of projects that will upgrade infrastructure and enhance the resilience of wastewater treatment in the region.
“This work is part of a transformative investment to ensure water, wastewater and stormwater systems meet the need of Sydney Water’s customers now and into the future. We are proud to play our part in delivering this vital infrastructure that will support Sydney’s growing population and ensure the overall liveability of our city,” CEO Bouygues Construction Australia Seved Robin said.
The project will involve the construction of a new underground pipeline connecting the pumping station in Rouse Hill to the Rouse Hill Water Resource Recovery Facility. There will also be upgrades at the pumping station to increase capacity and provision for emergency power supply.
In addition to the improvements to Sydney’s water infrastructure, the Ironbark JV has committed to implementing a range of sustainability initiatives and strategies on the project that will help deliver positive environmental, social and economic outcomes for the broader community.
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