Four large Sydney Metro West contracts have been awarded, marking a significant milestone for the city-shaping project as it accelerates towards delivering faster, more reliable journeys between the Sydney CBD and Westmead.

Linewide Package

John Holland has been appointed to deliver the 60kms of track across the network, installation of rail systems and construction of Sydney Metro West’s expansive, 38-hectare stabling and maintenance facility in Clyde.    

Next year, once the project’s landmark tunnelling program reaches completion, about 1,000 workers will begin work in the metro tunnels up to 37 metres beneath the city, fitting them out with tracks, power, ventilation and communications systems, along with essential safety infrastructure such as walkways, fire systems and cross passages.  

Stations Package West

Gamuda has been awarded the first station contract, covering the design and construction of five new underground metro stations at Westmead, North Strathfield, Burwood North, Five Dock and The Bays.   

Each of these stations will be gateways to modern, world-class metro services but also unique in character and designed to create vibrant places reflecting the local context and future aspirations of each area.  

Trains, Systems, Maintenance and Operations (TSMO) 

This contract has been awarded to the Metro Trains West Consortium, a joint venture led by MTR Corporation (MTR) with CRRC Corporation Limited (CRRC).    

This major package spans a 22-year period and includes the delivery of 16 next-generation metro trains powered by artificial intelligence and associated rail systems.   

The Metro Trains West Consortium will be responsible for the operations and maintenance of the Sydney Metro West network for 15 years after the line opens to passengers in 2032.  

Hunter Street Station and Precinct, Precinct Development Partner

The Metropolis Consortium, comprising Lendlease, Mirvac, and Coombes Property Group, has been appointed as Precinct Development Partner for one of the most significant urban renewal projects in the Sydney CBD.  

This package involves construction of the underground metro station and the two over-station commercial developments the station will anchor.  

Hunter Street Station will be the busiest on the Sydney Metro West line, providing 20-minute journeys to Parramatta, pedestrian connections to Wynyard, and direct access to M1 Metro platforms at Martin Place.  

Lendlease is expected to commence construction of the station’s main works in late 2026.  

The remaining contracts for Sydney Metro West stations at Parramatta, Sydney Olympic Park, and Pyrmont will be announced in 2026.   

Separately, a shortlist of three consortia has been invited to tender for the Pyrmont Integrated Station Development contract, including:  

• Gamuda Engineering, Gamuda (Australia) and Urban Property Group Australasia  
• John Holland and Third.i Property 
• Watpac Construction and Plenary Origination  

The chosen consortium will deliver the underground station and 31-storey building integrated development above it which will feature five levels of commercial and retail space, along with up to 160 new apartments.   

For more information on Sydney Metro West visit: sydneymetro.info/west/project-overview