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Essen, Düsseldorf, Germany, 2024/05/10 - HOCHTIEF Group company Leighton Asia, a subsidiary of CIMIC Group, in joint venture, has been selected by the Hong Kong Hospital Authority to undertake the AUD 4.3 billion North District Hospital (NDH) expansion project - HA.org.hk / LeightonAsia.com. ASX: CIM
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The project, which will generate revenue of up to AUD 2.4 billion for Leighton Asia (leightonasia.com), will elevate the health infrastructure in the North District of Hong Kong and provide around 1,500 additional hospital beds.
HOCHTIEF CEO Juan Santamaría said: “Modern healthcare infrastructure is foundational to the well-being of communities. We are proud to bring our experience in delivering health facilities and our ‘hospital-first’ approach to this project, which puts the needs of health workers, patients, and community at the forefront. We look forward to working with the Hong Kong Hospital Authority (ha.org.hk) to deliver this upgrade for Hong Kong’s Northern District.”
Leighton Asia Managing Director Brad Davey said: “Leighton Asia, is proud to be part of the team chosen for the North District Hospital expansion, a project that will set new standards in patient care and medical excellence. Our extensive experience in healthcare construction, combined with our deep understanding of local and international standards, uniquely equips us to deliver this state-of-the-art facility.”
The joint venture between Leighton Asia and China Railway First Group will construct the main works for a new acute block, a 20-storey structure covering a construction floor area of 380,000sq m, a single basement level and a mezzanine floor, and various external and landscaping works.
About HOCHTIEF
HOCHTIEF (hochtief.com) is an engineering-led global infrastructure solutions provider with leading positions in North America, Australia and Europe and a rapidly expanding presence in high-tech, energy transition and sustainable infrastructure markets. With around 41,500 employees and a sales volume of EUR 27.8 billion in 2023, HOCHTIEF is the leading construction management and green building company in the US (through Turner), the largest contractor in the Australia infrastructure services market (CIMIC), a key player in U.S. transportation infrastructure (Flatiron) and a renowned civil engineering and building construction company in Europe. The Group’s PPP and infrastructure development activity is complemented by its 20% stake in the leading international toll road concessions operator Abertis. HOCHTIEF’s strong competitive position is underpinned by the Group’s engineering know-how, innovative digital systems and supply chain & logistics solutions. Thanks to its long-standing commitment to sustainability, HOCHTIEF, where green projects account for almost 50% of Group sales, has been listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices since 2006 and is committed to delivering on its ESG agenda including a net-zero target for 2045.
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