Dragados UK & Ireland

Grupo ACS and HOCHTIEF Announce the Creation of Flatiron Dragados, a Leading Civil Engineering Company in North America Dragados USA, Inc. and Dragados Canada, Inc., subsidiaries of ACS Group, and Flatiron Construction, a subsidiary of Hochtief, are proud to announce their integration under a unified brand, Flatiron Dragados. This new entity will continue serving clients across diverse markets and enhancing community and stakeholder relationships. The integration combines the strengths of both companies, forming the second-largest civil engineering and construction firm in the United States. ACS Group will hold 61.8% ownership, while Hochtief will own 38.2% of the Flatiron Dragados company. The new company will be managed by Peter Davoren as Chairman, who also serves as Chairman, CEO & President of Turner, and Javier Sevilla Roca, the current CEO of Flatiron, as CEO. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2024. Flatiron Dragados has a robust backlog of USD 17.2 billion as of H1 2024, reflecting significant market presence and capacity. The combined revenue for 2023 was USD 6.1 billion, with USD 3.1 billion recorded in H1 2024. The company boasts a long-standing presence in 24 States in the United States and eight Canadian provinces. Integrating Dragados and Flatiron in North America aims to streamline the Group's engineering and construction activities and foster better relationships with stakeholders. This will result in a better-quality offering for clients, a low-risk commercial approach, and higher profitability for shareholders. Juan Santamaria Cases, Chief Executive Officer of ACS Group and Hochtief, commented, “Bringing together Flatiron and Dragados creates a strong platform for organic growth in North America. They have the expertise, the long-term clients and are geographically complementary, providing significant synergies and economies of scale. We differentiate our commercial offering through our superior technical resources and skills.” “Flatiron and Dragados North America employees have a long history of working together. The new company will have the most respected and recognized value proposition in its sectors, having delivered renowned projects across the United States and Canada, and can look forward to an even stronger future.” With a history of collaboration and successful project delivery across the United States and Canada, the Flatiron Dragados company entity looks forward to a future of greater accomplishments and contributions to the infrastructure landscape in North America. More information: https://lnkd.in/gMx3QVZv #EngineeringExcellence #FlatironDragados #Infrastructure #Construction #ACS #Hochtief #NorthAmerica #CivilEngineering

Dragados UK & Ireland and Transport for London are thrilled to announce that the Bank Station Capacity Upgrade (BSCU) has been shortlisted for NRA 2024 in the Major Project of the Year category! BSCU is a transformative infrastructure project that enhances station capacity, safety, and accessibility. Dragados and LU have built a new entrance and southbound platform, 12 escalators, two travelators, two lifts, and 1.3km of new tunnels and passageways. This has increased Bank Station's capacity by 40%, improved safety, and provided step-free access. Procured and awarded by TfL in August 2013 through the Innovative Contractor Engagement (ICE) process, this NEC design and construction project was completed in February 2023. Four major openings, including a 17-week closure of the Northern line, were required to integrate the new infrastructure into the existing station on time. This achievement is a true testament to teamwork and collaboration. Dragados extends heartfelt thanks to TfL, the designers, contractors, and suppliers for their incredible collaboration in delivering "Best for Bank." The National Rail Awards 2024 ceremony will take place on September 12th, 2024. We look forward to the NRA ceremony with our fantastic team and partners. Special thanks to AECOM, WilkinsonEyre, Dr. Sauer & Partners, Augustus & Ham, OTB, Scott Lister, Geocisa, Alan Baxter, Robert Bird Group, Alan Auld, McNicholas, Byrne Bros, VVB Engineering, A.S.M. ENGINEERING, Joseph Gallagher Ltd (JGL), Munnelly, Keltbray, Cleshar, OTIS, KONE, Pyramid, SAS International, Lynch, Fourway Communication, McGee Demolitions, DMC, ASG, Impact Controls, R Stevens & Sons, Rhino, ASSA Abloy, Systech, T Clarke Ltd, OMC, Links Signs, Silenzio, Cemex, Hanson, HILTI, Thurrock Supplies, and Mapei for their invaluable contributions. Together, we’ve achieved something extraordinary! #Infrastructure #Construction #Teamwork #Engineering #BankStation #Dragados #MajorProject #ThankYou @NationalRailAwards

At Dragados, we believe in fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. June is Pride Month, a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities worldwide. It is a time to honour the progress made towards LGBTQ+ rights, recognize the challenges still faced and celebrate the diversity that enriches our workplace and society. At Dragados UK and Ireland, we stand together to reaffirm our commitment to equality and where everyone can be their authentic selves at work. Be proud of who you are, and join us in celebrating Pride! #PrideMonth #DragadosUK #Inclusion #Diversity #LGBTQ+ #Equality #CelebrateDiversity #Pride2024

Exciting Milestone for Dragados Norway with the Concrete Works for Fornebu Metro Station in Oslo Dragados is thrilled to announce a significant milestone for Dragados Norway; in a joint venture with HAB and the client, Oslo Kommune—Fornebubanen, concrete works have commenced for the K5A metro station on the new Fornebu line in Oslo. The Fornebu Metro Station project represents a leap forward in modern transportation infrastructure, envisioned by COWI-Multiconsult in collaboration with the renowned architect Zaha Hadid and A-Lab. It encompasses the construction of a cutting-edge metro station and its associated infrastructure, connecting Fornebu with Majorstuen. Oslo Kommune's vision for the Fornebu station is to establish it as the pinnacle of modernity and innovation within Oslo's Metro Railway System. Designed to focus on seamless passenger flow, accessibility, and safety, the station is set to elevate public transportation services in the Fornebu region. In line with Dragados Norway's commitment to sustainability, the project's complete site equipment and vehicles will be fully electric by 2025. By embracing electric technology, the team aim to reduce carbon emissions and pave the way for a greener, more sustainable construction industry. Dragados Norway is committed to delivering excellence and establishing new industry standards as the team enter the construction phase. Stay tuned for more updates on this transformative project. #Infrastructure #Construction #Collaboration #Milestone #Norway #ConcreteWorks #Dragados

¡Yesterday was an unforgettable day for us! We celebrated the first Capital Markets Day in our history and we did it together with all the companies that make up the ACS Group. Together with Turner Construction Company, CIMIC Group Limited, HOCHTIEF, Abertis, Flatiron Construction, Dragados SA, UGL Thiess and Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras, S.A. , we met with analysts and investors to share our vision for the future and the main lines of our Strategic Plan for the period 2024 - 2026. Want to know where we are headed? ◾ Revenues will grow at an annual rate of 10% to €48 billion in 2026. ◾ Attributable profit will reach €1 billion in 2026. ◾ We will allocate €2 billion to shareholder remuneration and drive growth by generating operating cash flows of between €3.3 billion and €4 billion by 2026. ◾ Turner will reach out to Europe, where it will find opportunities in high-tech projects of around $20 billion. We are prepared to face the present and the future. We are committed to diversification in high-growth areas such as digitalization, sustainable mobility and energy transition, and we have simplified our organizational structure by focusing on integration and applying risk reduction to our business. On our website (www.grupoacs.com) you can find our roadmap, the CMD press release, videos and all the news from our companies. Many thanks to all of you who made this day so special. #Buildingabetterfuture #OneGroupOneTeam

One Group. One Team. One Goal. Yesterday, April 17th, 2024, marked a significant milestone as Dragados participated in the ACS Group's Capital Markets Day event, which unveiled the Strategy Plan for 2024 to 2026. This event brought together investors, analysts, and esteemed leaders from across the Grupo ACS, including Turner Construction Company, CIMIC Group Limited, UGL, Thiess, Sedgman Pty Limited, Abertis, Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras, S.A. , HOCHTIEF, Dragados SA, and others, fostering deeper insights into the ACS Group's collective vision and prospects. Juan Santamaria, CEO at ACS Group, outlined the strategic focus across three core business lines that span the entire infrastructure value chain: - Integrated solutions - Infrastructure - Engineering & Construction (E&C) The engineering and construction section was presented by Dragados' CEO, Santiago García Salvador, together with Richard Grabinski, Chief Strategy Officer at Flatiron, and David Parker, Executive Vice President of Business Development of Dragados. They highlighted the impact of engineering and construction within the ACS Group and in global markets. Santiago Garcia Salvador emphasized, "Hochtief, Flatiron, and Dragados specialize in large and intricate civil construction projects across North America and Europe, where our distinguishing factors lie in superior technical resources, skills, and know-how." Some of the key takeaways from the presentation about technical expertise and ongoing de-risked profiles about Engineering and Construction (E&C) highlighted were: - Civil construction for large, complex projects in North America and Europe, leveraging our advanced technical expertise - Solid positioning in markets with stable currencies and positive growth projections - Enhancing our efforts to mitigate risk by emphasizing collaborative delivery methods and risk-sharing. Santiago Garcia Salvador illustrated this point with the Bank Station Capacity Upgrade project (BSCU), a prime example of a collaboration contract with Transport for London. BSCU showcased our expertise and capabilities and set a benchmark for future Dragados' projects worldwide, demonstrating our ability to deliver innovative solutions in partnership with clients. - Steadily expanding our backlog into high-growth segments, leveraging synergies with other companies within ACS Capital Markets Day provided an exceptional platform for all ACS Group companies to spotlight the dynamic landscape of global and sustainable infrastructure projects. Together, our unwavering dedication to technical expertise, collaborative partnerships, and strategic expansion underscores our commitment to sustainable growth and enduring success. To learn more about the CMD event, you can download the presentation from the ACS Group website: http://surl.li/sscjc

🌟Exciting news from HS2 Euston! 🌟 Mace, Dragados UK & Ireland JV (MDJV) Utilities team has reached another milestone by launching the latest tunnel boring machine as part of the ongoing Utilities Sewer Drives. Since October, the team has been working on various aspects of this project, making notable progress:   - Over 360 meters of 1.5 meters of ID sewer drives were completed. - 140+ precast concrete sewer pipes installed. - Construction of 5 temporary cofferdam shafts & 1 caisson shaft, with typical depths of 8 meters. - Installation of 2 flumes to manage water flow effectively. - Successfully navigating under a 36" gas main, demonstrating exceptional precision and care.   But this week is even more special for MDJV with the celebration of International Women's Day (IWD) today, March 8th. To align with this year's IWD theme of #InspireInclusion, we encouraged our colleagues at Euston station to nominate women who exemplify this spirit and vote to name the TBM. Therefore, we are delighted to announce that @TasneemMohammed, Dragados' Instrumentation Monitoring Engineer/Project Manager at the MDJV HS2 Euston project, emerged as the winning nominee to name our TBM.   In the words of the HS2 Eston Team, Tasneem "Inspires Inclusion" at Euston by encouraging cross-collaborations between our I&M subcontractors, utilities, and stakeholder teams. She advocates for change when processes are not working and brings best practices to the teams.   Congratulations, Tasneem, on your well-deserved recognition! Your dedication to inclusion and excellence inspires us all.   Let's celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the incredible contributions of women, not just today but every day!   HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd #Dragados #Mace #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion #HS2Euston #UtilitiesTeam #collaboration

🚧 Exciting Milestone Reached at HS2 Curzon Street Project! 🚄   On Monday, February 26th, 2024, amidst meticulous planning and rigorous approval processes conducted by Network Rail and HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd, our MaceDragados UK & Ireland JV (MDJV) team received the green light to commence RBS1 wall piling works at the HS2 Curzon Street project! This marks a pivotal moment in our journey toward delivering this groundbreaking infrastructure project.   These wall-piling works are not without their challenges. We are operating in close proximity to the live Rugby-Birmingham-Stratford main railway line, making safety and precision our top priorities. Our team is executing these works with utmost care and attention, ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding environment and the ongoing railway operations.   One of the key strategies we've implemented to mitigate risks is the installation of 18 state-of-the-art vibration sensors. These sensors provide real-time monitoring of piling vibrations, allowing us to respond swiftly to any deviations from the expected parameters. Six of these sensors are strategically positioned trackside, while the remaining twelve are located on-site, ensuring comprehensive coverage throughout the project area.   MDJV has successfully installed 21 piles. Each of these piles measures 900mm in diameter and spans approximately 12 meters in length. This achievement speaks volumes about the dedication and expertise of our team, as well as the efficiency of our processes.   Thank you so much to everyone involved in making this milestone possible and in driving the success of the HS2 Curzon Street project.     #HS2 #CurzonStreet #Infrastructure #Construction #Teamwork #Milestone #Progress #Safety #Innovation

Today, we're thrilled to announce the official opening of the Euston Skills Centre, a collaboration between Dragados UK & Ireland, Mace JV (MDJV) and HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd that will provide essential skills training to local communities near the HS2 Euston station site. The event was attended by HS2 and Rail Minister, Huw Merriman MP, who said, “The benefits of HS2 go far beyond the 140 miles of improved connectivity it’s set to deliver when complete; it has also supported tens of thousands of jobs and over 1,300 apprenticeships, providing an incredible opportunity for young people starting their careers. This new centre will play a vital role in skilling up the next generation, encouraging more people to consider a career in infrastructure and helping deliver the country’s biggest rail project.”   Euston Skills Centre is situated at the former Maria Fidelis School site, where students will benefit from hands-on learning opportunities. This initiative underscores the MDJV's commitment to nurturing talent and supporting career pathways in the construction industry.   HS2’s Euston Area Client Director, Andy Swift, said, "The Mace Dragados team have done an excellent job in delivering this facility in Camden, and I look forward to working with Camden Council to ensure its success.”   Dragados, Mace, and HS2's dedication to community engagement and workforce development at Camden remains steadfast. We're proud to be part of this transformative endeavour and look forward to making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Read more 👉🏽 https://gloo.to/6ZL4 #EustonSkillsCentre #HS2 #CommunityDevelopment #workforceempowerment #teamwork #Candem

🚄 Exciting News from HS2: Celebrating a Milestone in the Midlands! 🚄 Yesterday, 24th of January 2024, marks a significant milestone for HS2 in the Midlands as Dragados, in a joint venture with Mace (MDJV), embarked on a transformative five-year construction program to bring Birmingham Curzon Street Station to life. This state-of-the-art rail hub is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term economic future of the West Midlands. Birmingham Curzon Street Station is set to be the first brand-new intercity terminus station in Britain since the 19th Century. It is designed to meet a 'BREEAM excellent' standard; operating at net zero carbon reflects our commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. Therefore, MDJV will include innovative features such as rainwater capture for cleaning services and the utilization of over 2,800m2 of solar panels on platform canopies. Andy Street, Mayor of the West Midlands, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "Commencing construction on Curzon Street Station is a landmark moment for HS2, our region, and the entire country. Building Curzon Street will create hundreds of jobs for local people and upgrade our rail infrastructure for the 21st Century. This brand new station is a clear example of the tangible benefits HS2 can deliver in the months and years ahead." MDJV has been working on Stage One of the contract since 2021. Collaborating closely with HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd, we have developed a detailed program. Starting this January, we are thrilled to announce that significant earthworks will kick off, preparing the site for piling and foundations work in the Spring. The construction of the main station building is scheduled to commence in the Summer. The dimensions of the new station will be a spanning 500m in length and 70m in width. It will feature seven platforms, 38 lifts, 33 escalators, and a cutting-edge diagrid roof structure combining structural steel and a hybrid timber/steel cassette. Once fully operational, the station will accommodate nine trains per hour in each direction. Stay tuned for the incredible journey ahead as we continue to build a brighter, more sustainable future for the West Midlands! 🌟🚆 Andy Street, Councillor Liz Clements, Dave Lock, Huw Edwards, HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd, Mace #CurzonStreetStation #Birmigham #SustainableInfrastructure