Better Transportation Coming South Of The Fraser As Surrey Langley Skytrain Approaches Fall Construction

Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project Contracts Awarded

Major Milestone Reached for Vital Transportation Link

Contracts Awarded, Construction to Begin Soon

Surrey, B.C. - August 15, 2024 - The Province of British Columbia has awarded all three contracts for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project, marking a significant milestone for this vital transportation project. The $2 billion project will extend the Expo Line by 16 kilometers along Fraser Highway, providing much-needed high-quality and low-cost transportation options for communities south of the Fraser River.

The contracts have been awarded to the following companies:

• Civil Works Contract: Aecon-Flatiron-Dragados-Ellis Joint Venture
• Systems Contract: Siemens Mobility
• Operations and Maintenance Contract: TransLink

Construction is expected to begin in the coming months, with completion scheduled for 2028. Once complete, the Surrey Langley SkyTrain will provide fast, reliable, and affordable transportation for residents and commuters in the region.

The Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project is part of the Province's broader transportation plan for the Lower Mainland, which includes significant investments in public transit, cycling, and walking infrastructure. These investments are essential to improving mobility, reducing congestion, and creating a more sustainable and livable region.

"This is a major milestone for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project," said George Heyman, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. "This project will provide much-needed transportation options for communities south of the Fraser River, and will help to improve mobility and reduce congestion in the region." Source