Turner & Townsend appointed as project controls partner to Denver international airport
Global construction consultancy firm, Turner & Townsend, have been selected by Denver International Airport (DEN) as its provider for project controls services as, the airport looks to expand capacity by over 40 percent.
DEN is the second largest airport in the world by size and has the longest runway in the United States. In 2021, DEN served 58.8 million passengers and was the third busiest airport in the world.
As air passenger numbers return to pre-pandemic levels, DEN is preparing to accommodate 100 million annual passengers between 2030 and 2035 through an ongoing program of expansion and modernization of terminal capacity.
Backed by a multi-billion-dollar capital investment plan, DEN’s program focuses on improving operations and passenger flow, as well as maintaining enhanced security.
Turner & Townsend’s role will support the airport’s ‘Vision 100 plan’ through effective set-up, delivery and close out of key projects, as well as supporting the creation of a ‘Center of Excellence and Equity in Aviation’ for capital project delivery. Additionally, the firm will work with local members of the minority and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) community in Denver, as part of DEN’s commitment to bringing new opportunities and development to historically underserved businesses.
The expansion program will ensure DEN continues to provide a best-in-class customer experience for millions of passengers and serve as the largest employer and primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than US$33 billion for the region annually.
Christopher McAtasney, Director of Infrastructure at Turner & Townsend, said: We are delighted to join DEN on their journey in creating their Center of Excellence and Equity in Aviation for capital project delivery. In addition we are particularly happy to be furthering our mission to help grow and invest in MWBE businesses through partnerships that bolster their experience and lead to more opportunities in infrastructure development. We look forward to contributing towards building a positive legacy for the aviation industry, by utilising and sharing our global expertise in shaping greener, more inclusive and more productive programmes.
About Turner & Townsend
Turner & Townsend is an independent professional services company specializing in program management, project management, cost and commercial management and consulting across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. In November 2021, global commercial real estate giant, CBRE, closed a deal to take 60% stake in Turner & Townsend.
With 112 offices in 46 countries, we draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximising value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients’ assets. www.turnerandtownsend.com
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