AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of
professional technical and management support services for government
and commercial clients around the world, announced today that it has
been selected as the primary consultant and program manager by the Great
Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya
Housing and Infrastructure Board (HIB).
This announcement, reflecting initial program management
responsibilities, establishes AECOM as the main advisor for the Libyan
HIB for major cities throughout the country. Following the initial
phase, AECOM will work in conjunction with the HIB to implement a
comprehensive housing and infrastructure development program for Libya
that will create an enhanced environment for its citizens and visitors.
The HIB has indicated that the budget for these housing and
infrastructure enhancement efforts is in excess of $40 billion (U.S.),
and will include the construction of new housing and infrastructure
systems for all major cities in Libya; urban design and development;
housing units and residential settlements; upgrades to existing
infrastructure and utility systems; and environmentally focused
sustainable processes.
?This agreement with AECOM reflects the
significant commitment that Libya has made to improve our national
housing and infrastructure,? said Abuzaid
Dordah, chairman, Libyan HIB. ?We have a
unique opportunity to enhance the quality of life for our people and the
economic potential for our country through this major housing and
infrastructure development initiative.?
?We are delighted to partner with AECOM, and
its global network of expertise and resources, as we move forward in
this exciting and historic period for our nation,?
Dordah added.
According to Dordah, AECOM's duties will
include reviewing designs, plans, and studies submitted to HIB;
assessment and review of current and ongoing design and construction
projects; preparation of master plans, detailed plans and studies for
water systems, sewage systems, roads, bridges, transit systems, and
traffic systems for a number of large cities; and the establishment of
management and control systems for all related projects.
?AECOM is honored to be selected by the Libyan
Housing and Infrastructure Board for this very important program,?
said John M. Dionisio, AECOM president and chief executive officer. ?At
AECOM, we focus on enhancing and sustaining the world's
built, natural and social environments. This partnership will enable us
to deliver on this commitment, while improving the quality of life for
the Libyan people.?
AECOM will also provide a comprehensive training and knowledge-sharing
program for local planners, engineers, and technical staff.
About AECOM
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is a global provider of professional technical and
management support services to a broad range of markets, including
transportation, facilities, environmental and energy. With more than
31,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key
markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local
knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions
that enhance and sustain the world's built,
natural and social environments. AECOM serves clients in more than 60
countries and has achieved annual revenue of more than $4 billion for
the past 12 months. More information on AECOM and its services can be
found at www.aecom.com.
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