Jacobs/HDR JV Selected for Engineering Services on IBX Project

NEW YORK - Jacobs, in a joint venture with HDR, was selected to provide engineering consultant services for MTA's Interborough Express (IBX) Light Rail project.

According to the release, this project spans 14 miles and will connect Brooklyn and Queens communities. Jacobs and HDR Joint Venture will lead the design to address “freight integration, tunnel retrofits and major bridge modifications while also advising on delivery strategy and operational readiness studies.” IBX is posed to deliver benefits to Brooklyn and Queens, including expanded access to jobs and education.

Jacobs Executive Vice President Katus Watson said, “The Interborough Express will set a new standard for modern transit – economically efficient, environmentally conscious and designed around the passenger experience. . . Through advanced service planning, intuitive station design that reflects the character of each neighborhood, we’re working with the MTA to deliver a community-centered system that keeps New Yorkers safe and connected to opportunities for growth.”

HDR Transportation President Tom McLaughlin said, “The Inteborough Express is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to leverage cutting-edge technology to improve mobility and quality of life for New Yorkers living in the two most populous boroughs and beyond . . . IBX will also be transformative, driving economic investment and providing better access to core services and businesses throughout the region. Our team is excited to provide the design and engineering, operational planning, procurement and project delivery support to move this important project forward.”