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We’re proud to celebrate AECOM Fellow Ken Butler on receiving the prestigious John A. Roebling Medal at the 42nd annual International Bridge Conference in honor of his outstanding contributions to the field of bridge engineering. As AECOM’s Global Head of Complex Structures, Ken has played a crucial role in delivering 38 complex bridge projects. The John A. Roebling Medal recognizes individuals who have significantly advanced the field of bridge engineering through lifetime achievements in design, construction, research, or education. This recognition celebrates Ken’s remarkable achievements and honors his legacy as an industry trailblazer and technical thought leader. As an AECOM Fellow, he exemplifies our values and continues to inspire the next generation of engineers. Congratulations, Ken, on this well-deserved award and your inspiring career journey. #AECOM #AECOMFellows

Today’s People Spotlight features Sarah Falconer, United Kingdom & Ireland energy lead from our Environment and Sustainability team. Sarah has over 25 years of experience in the environmental sector, specializing in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and consenting for large complex infrastructure projects. Most recently, she’s collaborated on the delivery of three large onshore wind farms, where her team has placed social value at the center of the work. “As part of our submission we were proud to establish ten social value commitments which we will implement as the projects progress,” writes Sarah. “These include the use of local supply chain, engagement with schools, colleges and universities, provision of support to local community energy groups and prioritizing local delivery.” Read more from Sarah on bringing the energy transition to life: https://acm.to/jYyD #AECOM #Energy 

We’re proud to share that the US Army Corps of Engineers Europe District has awarded us with two contracts to deliver architectural and engineering services. The partnership will allow us to support projects throughout Germany, Poland, the Benelux region, Czech Republic, Norway, and Denmark. These awards showcase the strength of our 30-year partnership with the USACE Europe District and their trust in our ability to advance critical infrastructure projects in complex, dynamic environments. “By aligning with host nation requirements, NATO standards, and sustainability goals, we bring together global expertise and local insight to help build resilient, future-ready facilities across Europe,” said Bane Gaiser, chief executive of our global Buildings + Places business. Read more here: https://acm.to/24Gv #AECOM #SustainableLegacies #Infrastructure 

Mine closures are complex, but also a chance to restore ecosystems, reduce liabilities, and create lasting value. Sneha Chanchani, our senior sustainability advisor, explains how a programmatic approach can turn closure into a powerful legacy opportunity. Read more here: https://acm.to/t31p #AECOM #Mining

We’re excited to announce a strategic partnership with Special Integrated Logistics Zone Company (SILZ), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s premier developer and operator of integrated logistics zones. As part of the agreement, we will deliver project management consultancy and strategic advisory services for Riyadh Integrated, SILZ’s flagship integrated logistics zone, located only eight kilometers from King Khalid International Cargo Village, with direct access to key transport corridors. Purpose-built to serve high-growth sectors such as information and communications technology, pharmaceuticals and aerospace, the zone offers a fully integrated logistics ecosystem, including pre-built warehouses, build-to-suit units, land plots, offices, and showrooms. “We’re proud to bring together our deep regional insight and global expertise to help shape the future of integrated logistics in Saudi Arabia,” said Jason Kroll, chief executive, AECOM Arabia. Read more here: https://acm.to/NWrV Pictured: Soner Keskinel, Fayez Alsaikhan, Mousa Mashraqi, Fadi Al-Buhairan, PhD #AECOM #Logistics

We're proud to extend our industry leadership as the world’s top design firm in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms Sourcebook—sustaining our No. 1 spots in the Transportation and General Building categories.   This year, we maintained our leading positions in key sectors, including Mass Transit and Rail, Bridges, Highways, Dams and Reservoirs, and Water Supply. These recognitions build on our recent No. 1 ranking in Water, and more than a decade of leading the Transportation and General Building sectors. Thank you to our teams for supporting our clients, serving our communities and working together to deliver a better world.    #AECOM #ENRSourcebook #TopDesignFirms

We design projects that enhance lives and strengthen the communities we serve. The newly completed Schuylkill Banks: Christian to Crescent Cable Stayed Bridge opens up new possibilities for people in South and Southwest Philadelphia. For the first time, residents can travel directly to the jobs, schools, restaurants, and cultural destinations in Center City, without needing a car. By making walking and biking easier and safer, the bridge helps reduce traffic and emissions, supports local businesses, and encourages healthier, more connected communities.   As the first cable-stayed bridge of its kind in Pennsylvania and one of the only cable-stayed pedestrian bridges in the country, it fills a long-standing gap in the 130-mile Schuylkill River Trail.   See the story and the people behind it in our video. Read more about the design here: https://acm.to/sxsF #AECOM #SchuylkillBanks #Philadelphia #Bridges

Today’s People Spotlight features Jeff Chan P.Eng., M.Eng., a structural engineer from our Buildings + Places business line in Canada.   Since joining us in 2020, Jeff has contributed to building projects across Canada, gaining expertise in seismic design and integration of diverse structural materials in buildings. One of Jeff’s most rewarding projects is the Warehouse Park Pavilion in downtown Edmonton, where his team’s deft engineering is turning parking lots into a striking, new community space.   “The pavilion’s irregular geometry presented a complex structural challenge, requiring close collaboration with a senior AECOM engineer and an award-winning architect to develop a solution that balanced durability, cost and design intent,” he writes. “What makes this project especially meaningful is knowing how the community will engage with the space once it’s fully redeveloped.”   Read more about Jeff’s approach to engineering: https://acm.to/laJD   #AECOM #Engineering #Canada #Edmonton  

As society seeks to prevent new PFAS releases, our community of experts has advanced techniques to control PFAS already in the environment. Together, we seek to separate, concentrate, isolate and destroy PFAS posing health and environmental threats. Catch up on our panel discussions on a three-pronged approach to PFAS management: prevent, control, and eliminate. Watch the recordings here: https://acm.to/pfjt #AECOM #PFAS #Remediation Rosa Gwinn, Christopher Curran, Rachael Casson, Frank Sweet, William Leys

We’re excited to announce that our joint venture has been awarded the consultancy agreement for the Hong Kong Section of the Hong Kong–Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung Shui Kiu-Qianhai). This cross-boundary railway project, a key initiative under the Northern Metropolis Development Strategy, will significantly enhance connectivity across the Greater Bay Area, particularly between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Our joint venture with AtkinsRéalis will provide an array of services, including investigation, design and construction for the approximately 7.3-kilometer section of the HSWRL connecting Hung Shui Kiu to the boundary with Shenzhen. Once complete, the full railway will span around 18.1 kilometers, including 10.8 kilometers in Shenzhen, comprehensively integrating metro networks across the western regions of both cities. “Our teams have delivered some of Hong Kong’s most transformative railway projects, and we look forward to applying our expertise as the world’s top rail and mass transit firm to realize this complex infrastructure initiative,” said Mark Southwell, chief executive of our global Transportation business. Read more about this transformative rail link: https://acm.to/pRZw #AECOM #HSWRL #Rail #HongKong