Wedoany.com Report-Aug. 30, Jacobs, in collaboration with HDR, has been selected to provide engineering consultancy for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) Interborough Express (IBX) light-rail project in New York, USA. The joint venture will focus on design development, including freight integration, tunnel retrofits, and bridge modifications, while also offering strategic guidance on delivery methods and operational preparedness.

The IBX is a new 14-mile transit line designed to connect communities across Brooklyn and Queens, two of New York City’s most populous boroughs. The project aims to enhance mobility by serving densely populated areas, improving access to essential services and businesses.

Katus Watson, Jacobs’ executive vice-president, stated: “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 neighbourhood, we’re working with the MTA to deliver a community-centred system that keeps New Yorkers safe and connected to opportunities for growth.”

The project is expected to drive economic investment and improve quality of life by providing reliable transportation options. HDR’s transportation president, Tom McLaughlin, added: “The Interborough 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.”

Jacobs brings extensive experience from its involvement in other major transit projects, including the MTA’s Grand Central Madison program and Penn Station Access in New York, as well as international initiatives like the Elizabeth line in the UK and the Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit project in Malaysia. The IBX project underscores the commitment of Jacobs and HDR to delivering innovative, community-focused infrastructure that supports sustainable urban growth and connectivity.