AECOM has been chosen as a Design Development Partner for Sydney Water, Australia’s largest water utility, in a significant capital investment initiative aimed at transforming Greater Sydney’s water infrastructure over the next decade.
In this capacity, AECOM will contribute engineering design expertise across a diverse range of infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pump stations, treatment plants, reservoirs, and related facilities. This comprehensive program aligns with the New South Wales Government’s vision for a vibrant, future-ready Greater Sydney, tackling challenges related to population growth, ageing infrastructure, and environmental issues.
“We couldn’t be prouder to partner with Sydney Water on one of Australia’s largest and most critical water infrastructure capital programs to date,” stated Beverley Stinson,CEO of AECOM’s global Water business.
“We look forward to applying learnings on some of the world’s most complex water programs to support a more reliable and climate-resilient water supply for Greater Sydney.”
Sydney Water’s capital investment program outlines long-term infrastructure and operational strategies extending to 2050. Over the next decade, Sydney Water’s adaptive plan proposes an investment of approximately $34 billion. This initiative aims to mitigate the effects of population growth, ageing assets, and environmental pressures while ensuring that economic development benefits are distributed throughout communities.
Mark McManamny, CEO of AECOM’s Australia and New Zealand region, highlighted the importance of combining local expertise with global insights: “Together with AECOM’s global water specialists, our Sydney team will apply deep local expertise and a shared commitment to sustainable solutions, ensuring we continue to deliver lasting benefits to both the environment and the people of Sydney.”
With a proven history of successful collaborations—including the design and expansion of the Sydney Desalination Plant, the upgrades for the water recycling plant at Rouse Hill, and the delivery of the foundational Western Sydney Regional Master Plan—AECOM is well-equipped to assist in this transformative journey. Currently, Sydney Water provides clean, high-quality drinking water to over 5.3 million residents daily, underscoring the critical significance of this strategic partnership.
Source: AECOM
