Tag Archives: Webuild

Webuild Celebrates Opening of Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Station in Riyadh, Blending Tradition with Modern Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Station, a key component of Riyadh’s metro network, opened to the public today, showcasing a blend of modern architecture, traditional design, and sustainable technologies. This iconic station, located in the heart of the … Read the full press release

Webuild Launches Europe’s Largest Tunnel Boring Machine for Excavation of Saginara Tunnel on High-Speed Rail Line

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has begun the excavation of the Saginara Tunnel using Europe’s largest tunnel boring machine (TBM), “Partenope,” as part of the Salerno Reggio Calabria high-speed rail project. This TBM, marking a significant milestone, will work 24/7 to dig … Read the full press release

Webuild Enhances Global Leadership Across Multiple Sectors in the 2024 ENR Rankings

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has further solidified its global leadership in multiple sectors according to the 2024 Engineering News-Record (ENR) rankings. The Group ranks first in the Dams & Reservoirs and Sanitary & Storm Sewers sectors, plays a significant role in … Read the full press release

Webuild Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Segment Production Facility in Southern Italy

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has inaugurated Roboplant 2, a state-of-the-art facility in Bovino, Southern Italy, dedicated to producing prefabricated segments for tunnel lining. The plant, part of the Naples-Bari high-speed railway project, features advanced automation capable of producing two segments every … Read the full press release

Webuild Highlights Contribution to Riyadh Metro and Global Infrastructure Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Webuild played a key role in the newly inaugurated Riyadh Metro, contributing to the development of its longest line, the Orange line (Line 3), part of a 176-kilometer automated network supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The metro improves … Read the full press release

Webuild and Partners to Drive Melbourne’s Sustainable Transit Future with Major Rail Loop Project

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, leading a joint venture with GS E&C and Bouygues Construction, has signed a AU$1.7 billion contract to construct the Tunnels North segment of Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East, aimed at enhancing sustainable public transit options for … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Largest Tunnel Boring Machine Begins Salerno-Reggio Calabria Rail Project, Pioneering New Innovations in Sustainable Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has received its largest Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) in Europe to work on the Salerno-Reggio Calabria High-Speed Rail Line. The 13-meter wide machine, equipped with 18 motors and 10 Megawatts of power, will excavate tunnels for Lot … Read the full press release

Webuild Tops Global Water Sector Rankings, Expands in Australia

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has been ranked as the global leader in the water sector by the 2024 ENR rankings, continuing a decade-long dominance. The company also climbed to 14th place among international contractors, with over $7 billion in revenue outside … Read the full press release

New Milestone for New York’s Rail Infrastructure: Webuild’s Lane Secures $466 Million Contract for Palisades Tunnels Project

(IN BRIEF) Lane, the U.S. subsidiary of the Webuild Group, has secured a $466 million contract to construct two twin tunnels in New Jersey as part of the Hudson River Tunnel Project. These tunnels, which will enhance New York City’s … Read the full press release

Webuild Launches Campaign to Inspire Women and Youth Through Sports Champions

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has launched a new communication campaign titled “We Dream, We Build, We Win,” featuring Italian sports champions to inspire women and youth. The campaign highlights themes of teamwork, commitment, and resilience, showcasing the journeys of athletes alongside … Read the full press release

Edison and Webuild Collaborate on Major Pumped Hydroelectric Projects to Enhance Italy’s Energy Security and Economic Development

(IN BRIEF) Edison and Webuild have joined forces to develop pumped hydroelectric projects in Southern Italy, focusing on sites in Pescopagano and Villarosa. These projects aim to generate 500 MW of pumped energy by 2030, supporting Italy’s energy security and … Read the full press release

Milestone Reached: First Caisson Laid for Genoa’s New Breakwater Project

(IN BRIEF) Today marks a significant milestone in the construction of the new breakwater off the port of Genoa as the first caisson, out of over 90 planned, was laid at a depth of 25 meters. The event saw the … Read the full press release

Webuild Presents Pro Bono Proposal for Safe and Sustainable Baltimore Bridge Reconstruction

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, along with its US subsidiary Lane, has unveiled a pro bono proposal for the reconstruction of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed in March, severing a vital link for the city’s port. The proposal, presented to … Read the full press release

Unveiling Milan’s Medieval Legacy: Ancient Walls Rediscovered in De Amicis Station

(IN BRIEF) In a fascinating blend of modern infrastructure and historical preservation, Milan’s upcoming De Amicis station on the M4 line has unveiled a hidden treasure: sections of the ancient city walls of the Naviglio. Constructed by Webuild, the station’s … Read the full press release

Fisia Italimpianti Diversifies into Oil&Gas with Saudi Arabia Water Treatment Plant Project

(IN BRIEF) Fisia Italimpianti, a subsidiary of the Webuild Group, has initiated the construction phase of a Water Treatment Plant in Saudi Arabia, marking its entry into the Oil&Gas sector. The project, part of the Zuluf onshore oil plant complex, … Read the full press release

Webuild Hits Milestone: 100,000 Pre-cast Concrete Segments Completed for Snowy 2.0 Project

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, in collaboration with its local subsidiary Clough, has achieved a significant milestone in the construction of Snowy 2.0, Australia’s largest hydropower project, with the completion of 100,000 pre-cast concrete segments out of a planned total of 130,000. … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Environmental Leadership Recognized with ‘A-‘ Rating in Climate Change Programme 2023

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, a global leader in the fight against climate change, has received an “A-” rating in the Climate Change Programme 2023 by CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), surpassing the average ratings of both the European region and the … Read the full press release

Webuild Secures Lucrative Contract for Ontario Line’s Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations Development

(IN BRIEF) Milan-based construction company, Webuild Group, has entered into a joint venture with Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd. (“FCC Canada”) to win a contract valued at approximately €700 million to €1.3 billion for the development and construction … Read the full press release

From South to North: Construction group Webuild’s 31 Italy Projects Transform Mobility Paradigm

(IN BRIEF) Construction group Webuild is making significant strides in Italy’s infrastructure development, overseeing 31 major projects in collaboration with a network of 10,500 companies. With a dedicated workforce exceeding 16,300, these initiatives span the entire country, from North to … Read the full press release