Amico is proud to announce the award of a Major Projects contract for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension. As part of Trillium Rail Partners, Amico will play a significant role in improving access to transit for area residents, reducing daily travel times for commuters, and promoting economic and community growth along the future transit line. Other benefits of providing new transportation options include reductions in traffic congestion, greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption.
Trillium Rail Partners is a consortium consisting of Amico Major Projects Inc., Alberici Constructors Ltd., and Acciona Infrastructure Canada Inc. The contract, to be delivered through a Progressive Design-Build (PDB) model, is for the delivery of the Stations, Rail and Systems (SRS) package for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE). The Stations package includes four underground stations, two elevated stations, one at-grade/trenched terminus station; connection to Eglinton Crosstown LRT at Mount Dennis; six emergency exit buildings; and one stand-alone traction power sub-station. The Rail package includes design and construction of 9.2 km of rail between Mount Dennis Station and the Renforth Station terminus. The Systems package includes the installation of signaling and train control systems; communications; electrification (traction power & overhead catenary system); and tunnel and elevated guideway fit out and tunnel ventilation.
This contract solidifies Amico’s standing as a trusted contractor for major infrastructure and as an attractive destination for ambitious, career-minded professionals across a wide spectrum of construction-related disciplines. Congratulations to everyone who contributed to this project bid and who continue to exemplify Amico’s culture of professionalism and high performance.
Thanks also to the project teams at Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx for entrusting the Trillium Rail Partners consortium with the delivery of this major undertaking. Together, we never stop building communities, careers, partnerships and rewarding opportunities.