Contract awarded for Ontario feasibility study on building an East-West Pipeline
AI Article Summary
The Ontario government has awarded a contract for a feasibility study to explore the construction of a Canadian East-West pipeline and energy corridor. The study will be conducted by an advisory team comprising GHD Limited, Ernst & Young LLP (EY Canada), Mokwateh, AtkinsRéalis Group Inc., Wood PLC, and Turner & Townsend Limited. Infrastructure Ontario will oversee the project. The announcement suggests potential development plans for enhancing Canadian infrastructure and energy distribution.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how significant infrastructure developments can drive growth in the Canadian construction sector. For Canadian builders, this means potential increases in project demand and subsequent impacts on supply chains, labor needs, and the need to secure permits. It might also drive innovation in prefabrication and sustainable construction practices as part of meeting the project's requirements.
