Construction works are scheduled to begin immediately, with an expected completion date in 2018. The SCL will connect several existing railway lines to form two strategic railway corridors. The scope of work for Contract 1112, which is the seventh contract to be awarded to the company in the past three years, includes modification works to an existing MTR station, platforms, tunnel box and approach tunnels.
Ian Edwards, managing director of Leighton Asia, India and offshore, said: "We are delighted to win yet another landmark project with a client with whom we share a long and successful relationship. Leighton Asia, India and Offshore has a solid track record in rail infrastructure in Hong Kong over some three decades with a number of significant projects, including the terminus of Guangzhou-Shenzhen- Hong Kong Express Rail Link and South Island Line (East). Our significant rail and tunnelling experience makes us well suited to successfully deliver the major infrastructure projects in the region and we are pleased to be able to work with MTR again."
