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Port of Melbourne proceeds with its rail infrastructure

The Port of Melbourne has awarded two rail infrastructure contracts to make progress with its Port Rail Transformation Project (PRTP).

[s2If is_user_logged_in()]WSP and Seymour Whyte Constructions have been engaged to develop new rail infrastructure at the port, including a new rail terminal interfacing with the container terminal at Swanson Dock East.

WSP will provide the design consultancy services, and Seymour Whyte Constructions the early contractor involvement.

The Port Rail Transformation Project is an investment by the Port of Melbourne of more than US$125m for the total project and provides a new operating environment and infrastructure to help move more freight off trucks and onto rail, and it aims to make its regional rail supply chains more efficient.

Site investigations will be underway in March 2021 with construction planned to commence in July, while the project is scheduled to be completed in the first half of 2023.

Port of Melbourne CEO, Brendan Bourke, said despite the challenges of Covid-19, the port is committed to its 30-year development strategy, including investing in rail. “Our 30 year Port Development Strategy provides a clear plan to meet and enable sustainable trade growth over the long term. The PRTP is an important part of this plan,” he said.

In October 2020, the Port of Melbourne and Patrick Terminals reached an agreement to build the Coode Road Terminal. Patrick Terminals CEO, Michael Jovicic commented, “Our contribution to the Port Rail Transformation Project will help drive more efficient movement of rail volumes in line with broader policy to support modal shift.”

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