Jacobs and AECOM joint venture appointed to Iarnród Éireann’s (Irish Rail’s) new consultancy framework

Richard Sanderson, Executive Vice President and General Manager Europe at Jacobs

“Our appointment to this framework gives Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) a direct route to the multidisciplinary capabilities it needs to modernize its network at pace. Jacobs combines global program and rail delivery experience with more than 50 years working in Ireland. Together with our joint venture partner AECOM, we will apply that experience and local knowledge to help Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) manage risk, accelerate delivery and create lasting value for passengers and communities across Ireland.”

Richard Whitehead, Chief Executive of Europe & India at AECOM

“We are delighted to be appointed to this framework, alongside our joint venture partner Jacobs, supporting Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) in delivering the transformational investment needed to develop Ireland's rail network. Our approach brings together multidisciplinary expertise, international best practice, local knowledge and digital capabilities across the full project life cycle. By working collaboratively with Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) and other stakeholders from the earliest stages of project development, we can help accelerate delivery, manage risk and deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that provide long-term value for passengers and communities across Ireland.”