Jacobs Wins Major UK Transit Design Contract for $95B Economic Region

Winning Bid for Northern Powerhouse Rail Contract

Jacobs has won the Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) design contract, a critical piece in a £95 billion (US$105B) economic initiative across the north of England.

The London-headquartered company, Jacobs, beat out several other firms to win the bid and will now be responsible for designing the proposed high-speed rail line between Leeds and Manchester.

High-Speed Rail Line

The NPR is a proposed high-speed rail line that would connect the major cities of the North of England, including Leeds, Manchester, and Liverpool. The project is part of the UK government's wider £95 billion ($105B) Northern Powerhouse initiative, which aims to boost economic growth in the region.

The Jacobs contract covers the early stages of the project, including design, development, and planning. The company will work with Network Rail and the Department for Transport to develop plans for the new line, including its route, stations, and infrastructure.

Jacobs' Expertise in Major Infrastructure Projects

Jacobs has a wealth of experience in designing and delivering major infrastructure projects around the world, including the Crossrail project in London and the Sydney Metro Northwest in Australia. The company's expertise in these areas will be invaluable in delivering the NPR project.

The NPR project is expected to create thousands of jobs and boost economic growth in the North of England. It is a major investment in the region's infrastructure and will help to improve connectivity between its major cities.