Construction has begun on the major rail works package for the $5.75-billion Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project, marking a major milestone in increasing rail network capacity and reliability between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
The work is being delivered by the ActivUs Alliance, which comprises UGL, Acciona, CPB Contractors, SMEC and WSP, in partnership with the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Rail.
The LGC major rail package of works includes doubling the rail tracks from two to four between Kuraby and Beenleigh, including all civil works and civil structures, and carrying out upgrades to make train stations more modern and accessible, including improved park ‘n’ ride facilities.
Rail systems will be upgraded, including conventional signalling and enabling works for the new digital European Train Control System.
Level crossings will also be removed at Woodridge, Bethania, Holmview and Beenleigh, along with changes to the local road network and improved walking and cycling connections to stations.
This contract follows the design and pre-construction contract being awarded to the ActivUs Alliance in 2025.
Mick McCann, UGL Executive General Manager Projects, said: “UGL is a respected leader in the transport sector, delivering and integrating innovative technology to ensure reliability and safety.
“We’re bringing our in-house engineering expertise in mechanical and electrical to deliver the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project with our Alliance partners.”
Glenn McIlroy, CPB Contractors’ Executive General Manager for Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory, said: “CPB Contractors has a long history of delivering complex rail and transport projects in Queensland.
“As the State prepares for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we’re proud to be laying the tracks to deliver increased rail network capacity, improved train service reliability and reduced end to end journey times.”
Bede Noonan, ACCIONA CEO Australia and New Zealand, said ACCIONA is proud to bring their local expertise to deliver this project.
“ACCIONA is delivering significant projects across Australia that are contributing to positive outcomes for communities.
“Our team brings an innovative and collaborative approach to deliver better, smarter more sustainable solutions and we look forward to delivering this for Queensland.”
