B.C. names builder for Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension stations

The Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension is one step closer to being built after the province chose South Fraser Station Partners as the successful applicantto design and build the stations for the project.

The extension will add 16 kilometres of track, stretching from King George Station in Surrey to downtown Langley. South Fraser Station Partners will build eight new stations, as well as cycling and walking paths around the stations.

"Surrey-Langley SkyTrain is the first major rapid transit project south of the Fraser in 30 years that will provide high-quality, low-cost transportation for tens of thousands of people across the region," said the B.C. Ministry of Transportationin a statement.

The extension is expected to be complete by late 2028 and has an estimated price tag of $4.01 billion.

South Fraser Station Partners is a consortium comprised of Aecon Constructors, Acciona Infrastructure Canada, Pomerleau B.C. and AECOM Canada. The consortium was chosen following "a competitive procurement process," according to the province.

"Aecon looks forward to working with our client and partners to provide a more sustainable transit option for one of the fastest growing areas in Metro Vancouver," saidAecon Group Inc. president and CEO Jean-Louis Servranckx.

The Surrey-Langley SkyTrain Extension is being built through three different contracts.

South Fraser Station Partners will focus on the stations.

SkyLink Guideway Partnerswas chosen last month to design, build and finance the elevated guideway and other associated work.

The province says a selection process is still underway for a contract to design, build and install the electrical systems and trackwork.

The province says some construction work has already begun along the Fraser Highway corridor, including the relocation of power lines.

"People who travel the Fraser Highway should plan additional travel time or consider alternative routes, as work is taking place in multiple locations along the corridor," said the ministry.