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Hochtief subsidiary gets US$2.6bn to lead San Francisco airport modernisation
06 September 2024
German-based Hochtief, a global engineering and infrastructure solutions provider, announced its US-based subsidiary Turner Construction received a US$2.6-billion contract as part of a modernisation scheme for the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in California, US.
Exterior view of San Francisco International Airport in California, US. (Image: Adobe Stock)
The project seeks to expand the airport鈥檚 existing Terminal 3 and add a six-storey building for airline lounges and operational office space, said Hochtief.
A groundbreaking announcement was delivered on 6 September. Hochtief said Turner will lead the construction project alongside design-build partners Gensler and TEF (design companies based in San Francisco).
SFO update to focus on sustainability
Hochtief said sustainability will be a highlight of the scheme.
鈥淎 significant aspect of this project is its commitment to sustainability,鈥� said Hochtief. 鈥淭he terminal will incorporate energy-efficient systems, water-saving fixtures, and materials sourced from sustainable suppliers. The project aims to achieve LEED Platinum certification, demonstrating SFO鈥檚 dedication to environmental responsibility.鈥�
The expansion is scheduled to open in autumn of 2027, with the eastern addition to Terminal 3 set to open in 2029.
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