Los Angeles, United States – Skanska has signed a USD 102 million contract with the Port of Los Angeles to deliver the Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway Project in Los Angeles, California. The contract, equivalent to approximately SEK 920 million, will be included in Skanska’s US order bookings for the first quarter of 2026.
The Avalon Pedestrian Bridge Los Angeles project is part of a wider initiative aimed at improving public access and revitalising the waterfront area surrounding the port.
Redevelopment of former industrial land
The development will transform twelve acres of former industrial land into a new public space designed to serve both residents and visitors. The project will feature a landscaped entry plaza, historic walkway and scenic overlook, along with an open terrace seating area, pedestrian pathways and community gathering spaces.
Additional infrastructure will include two parking lots, public restroom facilities and a 40-foot-tall architectural sundial, creating a distinctive landmark within the waterfront district.
Signature pedestrian bridge design
A key component of the project is a signature concrete cable-stayed arch bridge that will provide a safe crossing over active rail operations in the port area. The bridge is designed to improve pedestrian connectivity while supporting the functional needs of the port’s working environment.
The new structure will also directly connect to the Wilmington Waterfront Promenade, a waterfront development recently completed as part of the port’s broader urban renewal strategy.
Supporting waterfront revitalisation
The Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway project is designed to enhance accessibility, safety and public use of the waterfront area. It forms part of the Port of Los Angeles’s ongoing efforts to revitalise its surrounding communities while improving connectivity between public spaces and waterfront infrastructure.
Construction timeline
Construction work on the project is scheduled to begin in March 2026, with completion expected by August 2028.
Once finished, the Avalon Pedestrian Bridge Los Angeles will serve as a major gateway to the waterfront promenade, creating new recreational spaces while strengthening the connection between the port and the surrounding community.
