Cross Fraser Partnership is awarded the Enters Design Early Works Agreement (DEWA) by the Province of British Columbia for the Fraser River Tunnel Project (FRTP). This agreement marks the start of the development phase, which allows for a transparent and collaborative approach to tunnel design, project schedule, costs and risks.

The Cross Fraser Partnership is a consortium of equal parts of major Canadian and international construction and engineering companies with a long history of delivering complex infrastructure projects: Pomerleau BC Inc, Bouygues Construction Canada Inc, FCC Canada Ltd. (FCC), with the support of design-build and engineering firms Arcadis Canada Inc. (FCC), with the support of design and engineering consultant Arcadis Canada Inc.

The Cross Fraser Partnership highlights the importance of the FRTP to the people of British Columbians, as it connects communities, enables the movement of goods, supports active transportation and improves transit options for the thousands of people who need this project every day. The state-of-the-art eight-lane tube tunnel will incorporate advanced engineering solutions and sustainable construction practices, reflecting the consortium's commitment to innovation and environmental protection.

About the Fraser River Tunnel Project

The FRTP is a key component of the Highway 99 Tunnels Program and the province's overall transportation strategy. The project will improve travel times and reliability, increase connections across the southern Fraser River area and support economic growth in the region. The new crossing will be an eight-lane submerged tunnel with three general purpose lanes and one dedicated lane for through traffic in each direction. The new tunnel will also feature a separate multi-use path for pedestrians, cyclists and other active transportation options. The project also includes the replacement of the existing Deas Slough Bridge and the improvement of Highway 99 between Westminster Highway in Richmond and Ladner Trunk Road in Delta. The FRTP will relieve traffic congestion, reduce travel times and improve safety for thousands of daily commuters.