The company will serve as technical and commercial lead of the Riyadh Airport Expansion joint venture, working with Shapoorij Pallonji Mideast and Nahdat Al Emaar. Hochtief has signed the agreement with the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
The project involves the redesign, upgrading and expansion of two existing terminals together with the demolition and refurbishment of other parts of the airport infrastructure. The contract is worth about €1.3bn (£924m).
The project is the first part of a €4bn programne by GACA to develop and expand the airport´s facilities.
In addition to refurbishing and expanding the existing Terminals 3 and 4, the newly awarded contract also involves the demolition and reconstruction of the aprons including apron lighting and fuelling facilities. Other aspects include the construction of new terminal lounges and operation buildings, as well as the installation of baggage handling and security systems. Hochtief will also be responsible for installing IT, fire protection and communication systems.
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