AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of
professional technical and management support services for public and
private clients in more than 130 countries around the world, announced
today that it has been awarded a contract worth approximately US$42
million by Malaysia's Land Public Transport Commission and Singapore's
Land Transport Authority for an engineering study of the
Malaysia-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link.
Under the contract, the company will provide an architectural and
engineering consultancy study for the proposed RTS Link, which would
connect Singapore with Johor Bahru in southern Malaysia. The study will
determine the technical parameters and proposed options for a convenient
and cost-effective system that is well-integrated with public transport
services on both ends of the RTS Link.
“We are delighted to play a key role in this important transportation
infrastructure project, which will help better connect commuters and
visitors between Singapore and Malaysia,” said John M. Dionisio, AECOM
chairman and chief executive officer.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management
support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation,
facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With
approximately 45,000 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 create, enhance and sustain the world's built,
natural and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM
serves clients in more than 130 countries and had revenue of $8.2
billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2012. More information on
AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
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