VINCI Construction, through its subsidiary HEB Construction, has been awarded a major design-and-build contract by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to deliver a key section of the Wellington Northern Corridor on State Highway 1. The project, valued at approximately €120 million (NZD 237 million), forms part of the Ōtaki to Levin (Ō2NL) transport improvement programme on New Zealand’s North Island.
Delivered in partnership with Fulton Hogan, WSP, and Aurecon, the project will involve constructing a 12-kilometre four-lane highway that connects the towns of Ōtaki and Levin. The new route aims to reduce congestion, cut journey times, and divert heavy vehicles from local town centres, improving both traffic flow and community safety. It will also include a shared path for pedestrians and cyclists to promote sustainable mobility.
Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2025, with completion expected by the end of 2029. The project includes extensive earthworks totaling 1.8 million cubic metres, the installation of 37 major culverts, and the construction of five single-span bridges, including a 200-metre bridge over the Ōhau River.
The Ōhau River bridge will feature pre-stressed concrete Super-Hi girders, a proprietary innovation by HEB Construction designed for longer spans and improved durability.
VINCI noted that the Ō2NL project aligns with its global commitment to sustainable infrastructure and long-term value creation.
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VINCI is a world leader in concessions, energy solutions, and construction, employing over 285,000 people across 120 countries. The company designs, finances, builds, and operates infrastructure and facilities that enhance daily life and mobility, with a focus on environmental, social, and ethical responsibility.
