Skanska, in a joint venture with Railroad Construction Company, has signed a contract with the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) to construct a standby power generation facility in Newark, New Jersey, USA.
The contract is valued at USD 148 million (approximately SEK 1.5 billion), and Skanska will include its share in the U.S. order bookings for the third quarter of 2025.
The project scope includes the installation of power generation equipment capable of producing 34 megawatts of standby power to support the Newark Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) during utility outages. The facility is designed for independent standby operation, ensuring continuous functionality and compliance with all operational and environmental regulations.
Construction began in the third quarter of 2025 and is expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2027.
This project underscores Skanska’s expertise in delivering critical infrastructure solutions that enhance the resilience and reliability of essential public services, reinforcing its commitment to building a sustainable and dependable future for communities across the United States.
