onesmec 2016 | Q2 OUR FEATURE | Bridges and Structures Our News | In Brief
Ocean Drive Upgrade Australia SMEC has been engaged by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council to undertake the investigation, concept design and detailed design of the Ocean Drive Upgrade in New South Wales, Australia. This project will help to improve road safety, traffic efficiency and residential amenity (including noise) along the Matthew Flinders Drive to Greenmeadows Drive section. SMEC will deliver the concept and detailed design of the roadway duplication. This will include an investigation and review Our CEO | Andy Goodwin of environmental factors, including environmental impacts related to endangered native tree species and koala habitats. M SMEC will also undertake geotechnical field investigations and SMEC has completed the 2015/2016 financial year on community consultation workshops. a high, with significant project wins across all divisions, Elevated Expressways including: a Design and Construct (D&C) contract for the West Gate Distributor Project in Australia; Bangladesh rehabilitation of irrigation and drainage systems in SMEC and Associated Consulting Engineers (ACE Kazakhstan; a mine selection study in Oman; and the Consultants), a SMEC subsidiary, have been awarded a development of three industrial hubs in KwaZulu-Natal, contract by the Bangladesh Bridge Authority to conduct a feasibility study for two four-lane expressways (including South Africa. flyovers) in Dhaka: the 24 km Dhaka-Ashulia Elevated In May, senior leaders from the Australia, New Zealand Expressway; and the 80 km East-West Elevated Expressway. and International divisions held their annual senior The feasibility study will focus on construction of the two management conferences in Adelaide and Oman proposed expressways, and will address techno-economic respectively. The theme for these management considerations, environmental sensitivity and community conferences was ‘Sustainable Business’. This was a acceptance. SMEC’s services will include: detailed survey, great opportunity for attendees to meet colleagues, investigation and preliminary design; financial analysis; cost share ideas, and discuss how to best position SMEC estimation; social analysis, including preparation of a Land for growth and success in the years to come. Many Acquisition Plan (LAP) and Resettlement Action Plan(RAP); and of the business opportunities identified at these environmental and economic analysis. conferences will form part of SMEC’s strategic plan for Irrigation System Upgrade 2018-2020, which is currently in development. India This quarter, SMEC was recognised for Excellence SMEC has been engaged by Karnataka Neeravari Nigam in the Services Sector at the recent Australia India Limited (KNNL) to provide consultancy support services on Business Council (AIBC) Trade Investment Awards. The the Karnataka Integrated and Sustainable Water Resources event recognised the achievements of businesses and Management Investment Program (KISWRMP) in India. individuals that have made significant contributions to Funded by the Asian Development Bank, the project will progress trade and investment between Australia and focus on the modernisation of irrigation system infrastructure, India. Neil Evans, Director Strategy and New Business and the management and implementation of program attended the event and accepted the award on management systems. SMEC’s services will include: SMEC's behalf. preparation of feasibility reports and bidding documents; contract management and packaging; capacity building and Andy Goodwin training; environmental and social safeguard monitoring; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer quality control; and construction management.
2 one smec | 2016 Q2 Water Treatment Plant Extension Hydropower Feasibility Study Malawi Papua New Guinea SMEC has been engaged by Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) SMEC has been awarded a contract by PNG Forest Products to conduct a preliminary design of a proposed new Water to undertake the feasibility study for the next phase of the Treatment Plant in Malawi. LWB supplies water to the City Baime Hydropower Project (HPP) in Papua New Guinea (PNG). of Lilongwe with water sourced from two reservoirs on the The 12 MW Baime HPP consists of a low height diversion weir, Lilongwe River. LWB intends to construct a third Water a headrace pipe (3 km in length), a surge tank, a penstock Treatment Plant to meet projected future demand. This Plant pipe (6 km in length) and a surface power station housing will provide an extension of 50 million litres per day to the two Pelton turbines. SMEC’s services include: procurement existing treatment plants. SMEC’s scope of work includes: of subcontractors for the management of topographical soil investigation; treatment process evaluation; Environmental survey and geotechnical investigations; re-appraisal of the and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs); initial cost estimates; pre-feasibility study; optimisation of project layouts; and economic and financial analysis; and preliminary designs. undertaking of a full bankable feasibility study. SMEC previously completed a pre-feasibility study for this Project in 2014. Sustainable Electricity Development Nigeria Hydropower Improvements SMEC has been engaged by the Transmission Company of Papua New Guinea Nigeria (TCN)/ Project Management Unit (PMU) to undertake SMEC has been engaged by AG Investment Limited to a Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA) continue work on the 51 MW Edevu Hydropower Project in of gas-fired, solar and mini-hydro power developments in Papua New Guinea (PNG). SMEC will complete the valuation Nigeria. This project is part of the Government of Nigeria’s of physical assets and estimation of the owner’s cost (to date) Power Sector Reform Program, which seeks to: improve the and will continue as Independent Engineer (IE) during project efficiency, reliability and sustainability of the Nigerian electricity construction. Under a recently secured Power Purchase sector; increase the number of users serviced by the national Agreement (PPA), AG Investment Limited has undertaken electricity grid; and stimulate socioeconomic growth in Nigeria several preliminary site development works including: camps, and greater Africa. The SESA will examine environmental roads and bridges. SMEC is providing technical due diligence and social issues associated with privately funded power and site assessment; independent hydrological and sediment generation developments. This will include assessing the study; reservoir simulation and energy estimate; study of institutional capacity for impact management and mitigating peaking operation scenario; physical asset valuation and any negative impacts of developments on surrounding areas. owner’s investment estimates.
Flood Rehabilitation Water and Sanitation Rehabilitation Pakistan Zambia Engineering General Consultants (EGC), a SMEC subsidiary, SMEC has been appointed by the Zambia Ministry of Housing will provide detailed design services on the Flood Emergency and Local Government to prepare feasibility designs, detailed Reconstruction and Resilience Project in Pakistan. This Project designs and tender documents for the rehabilitation and aims to support the economic and social recovery of flood- expansion of water supply and sanitation systems in 10 towns affected provinces in the Punjab Region. EGC will undertake throughout the Western Province of Zambia. The objective the detailed design of road sections, including geometric of this project is to increase access to a quality water supply design, pavement design, and design of all bridges, culverts and improve sewerage services in the Province. SMEC will and related structures. Services will also include: hydraulic, undertake an investigation into existing water supply sources hydrological, geotechnical and sub-soil investigations; and provide recommendations for water source development signage and fencing; preparation of construction drawings; options. SMEC’s services will also include design services rehabilitation and resettlement studies; development of for: renewal and restructuring of water distribution systems; Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and an extension of existing water and sanitation distribution networks Environmental Management Plan (EMP); and preparation of to cover new development areas; and the rehabilitation of cost estimates and tender documents. existing sewer networks and sewerage treatment works.
one smec | 2016 Q2 3 Our Feature | Bridges and Structures
SMEC has extensive experience in the investigation, concept planning, design, documentation, verification and proof engineering of all types of steel, composite, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, and cable stayed bridges, as well as all retaining walls and associated structures.
SMEC's expertise extends to the assessments of existing bridges, reviews of structural design life, and the design and management of bridge rehabilitation programs. SMEC bases all bridge designs on client requirements, local conditions and material availability.
SMEC is an international leader in the use of computer-aided techniques for all facets of bridge and structure design.
SMEC has experience in a range of bridge types, including: balanced cantilever segmental bridges; steel box and conventional girder bridges; railway under-and-over bridges; major concrete arch bridges; cable stayed bridges; and precast and in‑situ segmental bridges.
This experience extends to a range of associated transport structures, including large culverts and pipes, retaining walls, foundations, reinforced earth walls, tunnels and transport service facilities.
Feature Location | Australia
Majura Parkway Project, ACT: The Majura Parkway Project West Gate Distributor – Northern Section, Victoria: This comprises 11.5 km of dual carriageway linking the Federal project comprises: the widening of Shepherds Bridge from Highway to the Monaro Highway, and includes seven bridges four to six lanes; construction of a new dedicated cycling and and three underpasses. The 250 m long Malcolm Fraser walking bridge; conversion of Moreland Street into a four-lane Bridge, the most prominent feature of the Project, runs over divided road; and installation of new traffic signals. SMEC is the Molonglo River. The twin bridge provides connection providing design of strengthening works on the existing bridge, and linkage across Canberra and between interstate structural and geotechnical design of the new pedestrian regions. SMEC provided preliminary and detailed design and bridge, and design of road, civil and drainage works. environmental planning and approvals services. South Road Superway, South Australia: The 5 km long Arnot Creek Bridge, Queensland: Arnot Creek Bridge is a South Road Superway project features a 3 km elevated transit single-span, 4.8 m high, 20 m long concrete structure. The corridor with multiple lanes in each direction. The Superway is objective of this project is to replace the existing deteriorated elevated by 68 piers and includes 2,200 segments supported concrete bridge with a new single-span, 25 m long concrete by 740 Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles and 68 pile caps. bridge. The new bridge will be constructed to current design SMEC delivered road, geotechnical and structural design; standards, addressing current and future freight tasks. SMEC drainage and hydrology; signage and line marking; and was engaged to develop preliminary and detailed designs. landscape and urban design services.
4 one smec | 2016 Q2 Technical Expert | Vishnu Balakrishnan, CTP Structures
Vishnu Balakrishnan - Chief Technical Principal (CTP) Structures, Asia Pacific Vishnu has more than 28 years’ experience in structural engineering, and specialises in the design and management of a range of complex bridges, including cable-stayed and segmental bridges built by balanced cantilever or span-by-span methods. Vishnu is also experienced in the preparation of feasibility studies, detailed engineering designs, specifications and contract documents. Vishnu joined SMEC in 2002 and oversees the technical direction, design and design review of structural projects across the Company. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Civil Engineering) from City University in the UK.
What aspect of your role do you most enjoy? possible outcomes by improving efficiency and quality and Working collaboratively with my team and our clients. I supporting business outcomes. enjoy finding innovative solutions to ensure even the most What does the future hold for the industry? complex and challenging project is technically compliant, A very rewarding yet challenging future is on the horizon. The economical to construct and exceeds clients expectations. delivery of modern infrastructure projects is very complex. What are some of the common challenges you face? At SMEC, we are fortunate to have a global pool of talent Lack of funding and cost overruns on major structural and resources to deliver these complex structures in new projects are not uncommon as well as project delays and and exciting ways. Our engineers are integrating Building procurement issues. At SMEC, we work collaborativey Information Modelling (BIM) to deliver more efficient design, to support our clients, helping them achieve the best helping to enhance our work processes and reduce risk.
Key Project | Isando Pedestrian Bridge, South Africa
Isando Pedestrian Bridge, one of the largest The bridge includes a 4.5 m wide walkway, providing an pedestrian bridges in South Africa, involves numerous improved level of service to peak hour commuters, serving interconnecting elements. over 9,000 pedestrians daily. With a total length of 446 m, the bridge and its approaches SMEC was engaged to provide detailed design services on connect the Isando Rail Station with the OR Tambo the project. During the design stage, consideration was given International Airport, replacing two substandard bridges. to the long term functionality of the bridge, with the main deck able to accommodate the projected future increase in the The main structure (crossing the highway) is a 126 m number of pedestrians using the bridge on a daily basis. long cable stayed bridge with a 4-span configuration. The superstructure consists of a continuous composite steel box Dubbed The Walking Wonder (due to the two un-braced steel girder with a 5.4 m wide concrete deck slab. The 64 m long pylons inclined at 11 degrees in opposite directions), Isando main span is supported by two vertical planes of fanned Pedestrian Bridge stands as a visible marker to the current cables that are anchored into the back spans. efforts to upgrade the freeways in and around Johannesburg.
A main feature of the bridge is its two un-braced cigar shaped Isando Pedestrian Bridge was recognised at the 2014 steel pylons. The versatility of the structural steel used during Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) Aon Engineering construction made the final form of the structure possible. Excellence Awards, and was awarded a commendation in the category of Projects Under R50 Million (A$5 m).
one smec | 2016 Q2 5 Our Divisions | Resources
The Resources Division secured several project wins Petroleum Limited (PPL), and has been engaged by this quarter. In Australia, SMEC will review a feasibility OMV (Pakistan) to provide detailed engineering services study of a coal mine project in New South Wales and at Latif-10 and Miano-18 wellheads. provide asset management services on the Container In May, SMEC Oil & Gas (a SMEC subsidiary) Terminal Project at Flinders Ports in Adelaide. welcomed delegates from the Australian High In Indonesia, SMEC continued to provide maintenance Commission to Pakistan, including Her Excellency support to British Petroleum at its Tangguh LNG Margaret Adamson Australian High Commissioner. operation in Indonesia, while in Oman, SMEC has This was an excellent opportunity for the delegates to been awarded a contract (in association with AMC learn more about SMEC and the unique nature of Consultants) to support a mine selection study. working in Pakistan. In Pakistan, SMEC was awarded a Design Review John Stocco – Chief Operating Officer, and Construction Supervision Contract for Pakistan Resources
Feature Project | Mining Maintenance Systems Review, Australia
One of the world’s leading gold companies, operating a SMEC’s scope of work included: working closely with number of mines in Australia, requested a review of the business stakeholders to facilitate, co-ordinate and current maintenance and SAP programs at one of its gold disseminate program deliverables; analysing Mining SAP mine site. Master Data Standards; analysing priority SAP Master Data; reviewing maintenance strategies; analysing process flows SAP is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and supporting work management documents; reviewing and used to manage all aspects of business including data, reporting of work scheduling management; and reviewing manufacturing, logistics and human resources. material management improvements and task lists. The project scope included: an analysis of business On implementation of SMEC’s recommendations, the client processes, planning and scheduling, a detailed review of benefitted from: an improved level of SAP skills across the SAP transactions, and configuration and analysis of Key site with a subsequent improvement in data quality; an Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting. improvement in SAP structures, leading to a higher level of use and understanding; and a work management process This project helped to improve efficiencies that is unambiguous, appropriate and measurable, supported across the organisation. by a journey plan to assist with implementation. Improvements to the mine's SAP processes, has allowed the client to streamline their processes and improve efficiency SMEC was engaged to assess the organisational structure, across the organisation. identify any potential gaps in processing systems and prepare a detailed report outlining findings and recommendations for proprosed improvements.
6 one smec | 2016 Q2 Tharisa Minerals and Transnet Railway Siding Standard Compression Package Installation South Africa Pakistan SMEC was engaged by Transnet Freight Rail to design a OMV (Pakistan) Exploration G.m.b.H (OMV) operates a 15 km on-mine railway siding at Tharisa Mine, located 95 number of natural gas facilities in Pakistan. OMV engaged km north of Johannesburg. The siding will provide access to SMEC Oil & Gas (a SMEC subsidiary) to provide detailed a new rapid loading facility where the ore will be loaded and engineering services on the installation of standard then delivered to Richards Bay Port. The siding crosses two compression packages at the Latif-10 and Miano-18 district roads, two major mine haul roads, a major stream wellheads. Project scope of work includes: detailed design; and an area of undermining where ground improvement a Hazard Identification (HAZID) and Hazard Operability works is required. SMEC will design the railway siding and (HAZOP) study; and the preparation of drawings, Bill of five bridges and provide geotechnical and hydraulic services. Quantities (BOQ) and Material Take Off (MTO).
Gambat South Block Gas Processing Facility Metal Mining Freight Logistics Modelling Pakistan Australia Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) is engaged in oil and SMEC is developing a dynamic freight logistics model for gas exploration and production in Pakistan, and operates a new base metal mining company. The client requires natural gas and LPG processing facilities at six producing a logistics model for the transport of condensate, by fields across the country. PPL intends to set up a Gas road and rail, from the mine site to the port for shipment. Processing Facility (GPF-III) at Gambat South Block for SMEC is providing a high level review model to assist the production of gas, condensate and LPG. SMEC Oil the client with the development of an appropriate freight & Gas (a SMEC subsidiary) is providing design review management strategy. SMEC is developing this model and construction supervision services having previously based on data compiled by the client during the tender completed the Front End Engineering Design (FEED). process for three freight components.
one smec | 2016 Q2 7 Our Divisions | Australia and New Zealand
This quarter, the ANZ Division achieved milestones In the Central Region, SMEC is engaged on a in growth and profit and continued to deliver on a number of major infrastructure projects across New number of complex projects across all regions. South Wales, including the WestConnex M4 and M5 In the Northern Region, SMEC, in joint venture with Motorway, Sydney Metro NorthWest and the Ocean GHD, has been appointed as Independent Verifier Drive Upgrade; while in Canberra, SMEC recently for the Gold Coast Light Rail-Stage 2 Project. SMEC celebrated the opening of the Majura Parkway. has also mobilised its Independent Verifier Team onto In the Southern Region, SMEC has secured the the Kingsford Smith Drive Upgrade in Brisbane. Design and Construct (D&C) Contract for the The Division continues to focus on strengthening West Gate Distributor – Northern Section its renewable energy offering with the delivery of a project in Melbourne. 100 MW solar farm at Darling Downs, in Queensland. Hari Poologasundram – Chief Operating Officer, Australia and New Zealand
Feature Project | Sydney Metro NorthWest (Operations, Trains and Systems)
The $8.3 billion Sydney Metro Northwest, formerly known as The $3.7 billion Operations, Trains and Systems (OTS) contract the North West Rail Link, is the first stage of Sydney Metro, is the largest of the three contracts. The OTS package Australia’s largest public transport project. comprises: the design, construction and commissioning of rail infrastructure (including underground, open-cut and elevated The Northwest Rapid Transit consortium (NRT) is delivering stations at eight locations, a Sydney Metro train facility, and eight new railway stations, 23 km of new track, 4,000 all associated track, overhead wire structures and combined commuter parking spaces and a new generation of safe, services routes); procurement of rolling stock; operation and reliable and fully automated metro trains. NRT will deliver this maintenance; and financing. critical infrastructure and operate and maintain it for 15 years. SMEC was engaged in association with Mott MacDonald and KBR as the Design Joint Venture (DJV) for the OTS package. This project will transform transportation in The DJV is providing civil engineering, structural, mechanical, the North West region of Sydney, which has electrical and public utility services. the nation’s highest private car ownership. Design works are being undertaken over a 24 month period. This includes full engineering design and coordination with The Sydney Metro Northwest project also includes converting the project architects, system provider, and operations and the existing Epping to Chatswood rail line to metro status. This maintenance personnel. includes installation of a computer based train control system, Designed to meet the current and emerging transport needs of full length platform screen doors, improved information displays Sydney’s rapidly growing North West, Sydney Metro Northwest and upgrades to fire and life safety systems. features a new generation of reliable, fully-automated metro The project is being delivered in three major contracts: Tunnels trains and will transform public transport in Sydney. and Station Civil Works; Surface and Viaduct Civil Works; and Operations, Trains and Systems.
8 one smec | 2016 Q2 TRANSPORT HYDROPOWER AND ENERGY
NorthConnex Detailed Design Voltage Optimisation Decision-Making Guide Feature Project | Sydney Metro NorthWest (Operations, Trains and Systems) Sydney Australia wide This project comprises the construction of a toll motorway SMEC assisted the New South Wales (NSW) Office of linking the M1 Motorway at Wahroonga to the Hills M2 Environment and Heritage (OEH) to develop a new Voltage Motorway at West Pennant Hills. Upon completion, this Optimisation Decision-Making Guide. Voltage optimisation project will help to reduce traffic congestion and provide works by adjusting voltage supplied to a site, to better shorter travel time for road users. The project includes meet equipment requirements and reduce energy twin motorway tunnels, 9 km long, with two lanes in each consumption. The Guide provides a simple five-step direction. SMEC (in joint venture with Aurecon) prepared the framework for decision-making, coupled with a practical tender concept design and have since been engaged to toolkit of checklists, to help businesses determine if provide detailed design services for the project. voltage optimisation technology is suitable for their site.
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Level 3 Pipeline Investigation Atherstone Community Development Queensland Victoria SMEC completed a Level 3 Pipeline Investigation between Atherstone is a masterplanned community located 38 km Mount Crosby and Green Hill. This project assessed the west of Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD). Upon condition and performance of the pipeline in order to completion, Atherstone will house 14,000 residents and estimate residual life and identify future renewals. The comprise a new railway station, town centre with retail pipeline is installed in a combination of above ground and and business centre, two primary schools, a 100 hectare buried configurations, requiring a number of assessment regional park and a sports precinct. SMEC is providing techniques. SMEC prepared a detailed report identifying: the consulting services on the project, including the delivery of investigation and assessment process; description of pipelines large scale wetlands, bridges, trunk water and sewer mains inspected; data analysis; and renewal recommendations. and associated civil infrastructure.
one smec | 2016 Q2 9 Our Divisions | Asia Pacific
The Asia Pacific Division was successful in securing will improve mass transport connectivity across Manila. several major project wins this quarter. In Papua New Guinea, SMEC has been contracted by In Malaysia, SMEC was awarded the Nenggiri AG Investment Limited to continue working on the Hydropower Project by Tenaga Nasional Berhad. SMEC 51 MW Edevu Hydropower Project in order to will review the 1986 feasibility study and provide tender complete the valuation of physical assets and design, detailed design and construction supervision estimation of the owner’s cost, and remain as services. The project covers a catchment area of Independent Engineer during construction. 2 4,000 km and aims to bring significant benefits in flood This quarter, the Division welcomed Bill Sinclair mitigation, water supply and irrigation. to the role of Regional Manager South East In the Philippines, SMEC will undertake basic and Asia 2 (Indonesia). detailed design of civil works for the JICA funded North Kalai Arumugam – Chief Operating Officer, South Commuter Railway Project, a 38 km railway that Asia Pacific
Feature Project | Domestic Maritime Support Project, Solomon Islands
The overall objective of the Domestic Maritime Support Project Shipping Scheme (FSS) to connect remote islands with the was to improve the transport sector in the Solomon Islands in capital, Honiara, for passenger travel and goods transport. order to support economic growth and reduce poverty. This was achieved by: improving maritime infrastructure This Project provided safe and reliable and marine transport by supporting a franchising scheme marine transport and improved maritime to improve inter-island shipping services to remote areas; infrastructure in remote areas. rehabilitating rural wharves; and institutional strengthening to better maintain transport infrastructure and services throughout the Solomon Islands. During the implementation of the FSS, SMEC was responsible for: finalising and reviewing eligible routes; evaluating The Project, facilitated by the Solomon Islands’ Ministry of project progress using existing project performance and Infrastructure Development (MID), was funded by the Asian monitoring systems; preparing a Gender Action Plan (GAP) Development Bank (ADB), the European Union (EU), the and implementation schedules; project administration to Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) Australia and the New ensure the project was implemented in accordance with ADB Zealand Agency for Development Aid (NZAID). guidelines; and producing comprehensive project reports. SMEC was engaged as Project Management Unit Consultant The Domestic Maritime Support Project has improved the for the design and implementation of the Project. safety, efficiency and reliability of domestic maritime transport The Project comprised the development of 13 wharves and services and helped to reduce economic disadvantage in rural three landing ramps (in remote locations of provinces that and remote areas. experience a higher rate of poverty than the national average); and the development and management of a Franchise
10 one smec | 2016 Q2 TRANSPORT HYDROPOWER AND ENERGY
North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Detailed Review of Efficient Power Grids Feature Project | Domestic Maritime Support Project, Solomon Islands Philippines Vietnam The NLEX connects metropolitan Manila to the provinces of The aim of this project is to rehabilitate and modernise the Bulacan and Pampanga in the Philippines. SMEC provided power network in Vietnam through the upgrade of 110 kV redesign and value engineering works for Phase 2, transmission lines, substations, and Low Voltage (LV) and Segment 10 of the project (Improvement to the Revised Medium Voltage (MV) distribution networks, in small and Detailed Engineering Design). Project scope included: medium-sized cities across the country. SMEC completed reducing the width of the combined deck from 28 m to a detailed review of 19 sub-project feasibility studies 25 m on single viaduct sections and from 15 m to 13 m on from a technical, economic and financial viewpoint. This sections of the bifurcated viaduct; simplifying the design; review included an analysis of the projects’ impact on loss assessment of pile lengths; and realignment of deck. reduction, increased efficiency and reliability.
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AAE-1 Cable Project Climate Resilience Sector Project Hong Kong Tonga The Asia Africa Europe-1 (AAE-1) is a 25,000 km long The Climate Resilience Sector Project (CRSP) aims to submarine telecommunications cable connecting Asia to mainstream climate resilience into government planning and Africa and Europe via the Middle East. SMEC obtained the focuses on the most vulnerable sectors and communities Environmental Permit for the project and is working on the in Tonga. SMEC is providing project management support gazettal for the burial of over 27 km of cable in Hong Kong to the Ministry of Meteorology, Energy Information, waters. As avoiding coral damage was key to obtaining Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change and the Permit, SMEC adopted a horizontal directional drilling Communication (MEIDECCC), and the Climate Change technique to construct a cable duct below the main coral division. This project will help to improve resilience to reefs, rising 300 m from shore to avoid coral damage. climate change and disaster risk in the island nation.
one smec | 2016 Q2 11 Our Divisions | South Asia and Middle East
The South Asia Middle East Division had a positive end In Pakistan, SMEC has successfully mobilised to the financial year with a number of project wins, and teams on the Trimmu and Punjnad Barrages is on track to exceed its year-on-year results. Improvement Project, while the Division In Afghanistan, SMEC's role on the Energy Sector continues to focus on building strategic Development Improvement Project, Tranche IV has alliances with private sector clients in Pakistan recently commenced. and Bangladesh. Work has begun on the Kazakhstan Irrigation Drainage In Sri Lanka, SMEC was engaged as Design, Improvement Program in Kazakhstan. Supervision and Institutional Development Consultant on the Greater Colombo Water and In Nepal, SMEC has been engaged to provide a Wastewater Program – Project 2. feasibility study, engineering survey, detailed design and an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) on the George Lasek – Chief Operating Officer, Nalsing Gad Hydropower Project. South Asia and Middle East
Feature Project | Regional Cooperation and Integration Project, Bangladesh
To adequately facilitate internal and cross border links, SMEC was appointed as Technical Consultant (TC) to the rail system in Bangladesh needs to be expanded and undertake feasibility studies and provide detailed design modernised. To address this, the Government of Bangladesh services on the project. has identified a number of key transport projects for SMEC completed feasibility studies on a number of development, including, the Regional Cooperation and components which included: a railway link between Bhanga Integration Project (RCIP). and Jessore; construction of double railway line between Joydebpur and Ishurdi; strengthening and reconstruction of the Hardinge Bridge; and construction of a bridge over The overall objective of this Project is Jamuna River (near Pulchari-Bahadurabad Ghat) to include to increase economic development and approach rail links. reduce poverty throughout Bangladesh. SMEC provided detailed design services for: the construction of dual gauge double railway line, and the conversion to dual guage of the existing railway line, between Akhaura and The RCIP will improve railway connectivity between Laksam; construction of a new bridge parallel to the existing Bangladesh, India and Nepal and will play a critical role in Bangabandhu Bridge, with provision for dual gauge double helping to accelerate economic growth and increase trade railway line over the Jamuna River; and construction of single between the three countries. line dual gauge railway line from Dohazari to Cox’s Bazaar The project scope of work comprises feasibility studies on near the Myanmar Border. seven components of the railway network, totalling 517 km, Completion of this significant railway infrastructure upgrade and detailed design on a further three components of the project will ultimately help to improve cross border trade links network, totalling 279 km. between Bangladesh, India and Nepal.
12 one smec | 2016 Q2 TRANSPORT HYDROPOWER AND ENERGY
Northern Expressway Hydropower Study Sri Lanka India SMEC undertook a feasibility study on the Northern SMEC was engaged to assess three proposed Expressway Project in Sri Lanka. The Expressway will hydropower projects in Arunachal Pradesh: the 96 MW connect the capital, Colombo, with other major cities Nyukcharong Chu Hydropower Project; the 96 MW Mago in Sri Lanka, including Kandy and Dambulla, helping to Chu Hydropower Project; and the 90 MW New Melling reduce travel time and increase economic development. Hydropower Project. SMEC prepared an Environmental SMEC’s scope of work included: review of previous studies; Impact Assessments (EIA), Social Impact Assessments (SIA) transport network analysis; cost estimates; financial analysis; and Environmental Management Plans. On completion, and preparation of an Environmental and Social Impact these reports were approved by the Government of India's Assessment (ESIA) and Resettlement Action Plan (RAP). Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
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Water Resources Investment Program Urban Governance & Infrastructure Improvement India Bangladesh The objective of this project is to help modernise SMEC is providing Management, Design and Supervision irrigation system infrastructure and implement program (MDS) services to the Third Urban Governance and management systems in Karnataka. Project scope includes Infrastructure Improvement Project in Bangladesh. The aim the modernisation of the Gondi Irrigation Canal System of this Project is to increase economic growth by improving and planning and design for various sub-projects. SMEC urban governance, and developing urban infrastructure and is providing consultancy support services including: services in 31 municipalities. SMEC will support project preparation of feasibility reports; contract management; management, engineering design and supervision of major capacity building; environmental and social safeguard works including: roads; drainage; solid waste management; monitoring; quality control; and construction management. water supply; and sanitation.
one smec | 2016 Q2 13 Our Divisions | Africa
This quarter the Africa Division increased its project In May, the Division won three Diamond Arrow pipeline to record levels and secured new project awards at the Construction Industry Business wins in every region of the Division. Excellence Awards. SMEC was recognised for In Sierra Leone, SMEC has commenced pre- excellence in the categories: Civil Consulting commissioning work on the upgrade of a water Engineers; Structural Consulting Engineers; and supply system in Makeni, the first for the country for Combined Civil & Structural Consulting Engineers. over thirty-years. In keeping with the Division's People Development In South Africa, SMEC has been appointed as Strategy, I am pleased to advise that more than 40 Preliminary Engineering Services Designer for the of our employees have successfully completed Tinley Manor South Banks Development and will further studies this year. complete a feasibility study on the development of Tom Marshall – Chief Operating Officer, three industrial hubs in KwaZulu-Natal. Africa
Feature Project | Great East Road, Zambia
The Great East Road is a 360 km major highway and the only and retaining walls. The Msumbazi and the Chitimba River road linking Zambia’s Eastern Province with the rest of the Bridges are reinforced concrete girder bridges, with precast country. Zambia, a land-locked nation, relies on the Great East concrete beams and slabs resting on concrete abutments and Road to carry heavy-goods transit trucks and buses through retaining walls. the Nacala Corridor, a regional transport corridor linking The rehabilitation of these bridges posed a major challenge Malawi and Zambia to the Port of Nacala in Mozambique. due to flash flooding which occurs during the five months of SMEC was engaged by the Government of Zambia's Road rainy season, leaving only a short time frame of seven months Development Agency (RDA) to provide design review and to commence and complete project works. supervision services for the rehabilitation of Section 2 of the As it was not feasible to close the road for an extended period Great East Road covering 115 km from Nyimba to Sinda. of time, all efforts were made to maintain traffic flow during the rehabilitation of the bridges. SMEC undertook detailed This project has improved the critical planning and investigations prior to commencement of works transport and trade link between Zambia, to ensure the road would remain open during project works. Malawi and Mozambique. During the construction stage, all existing bridge structures were demolished and traffic diverted to temporary crossings.
Completion of this project has provided an improved trade link SMEC’s scope of work comprises the rehabilitation of three between Zambia and neighbouring nations and has helped to major river bridges, namely Nyimba River Bridge, Msumbazi improve economic growth in the region. River Bridge and Chitimba River Bridge.
The Nyimba River Bridge is a composite structure with steel girders and concrete decks, resting on concrete abutments
14 one smec | 2016 Q2 TRANSPORT HYDROPOWER AND ENERGY
N2 Highway Upgrade Esther Park Substation South Africa South Africa SMEC was engaged by the South African National Roads The objective of this project is to improve the quality and Agency Limited (SANRAL) to provide consultancy services reliability of electricity supply to residents of the Ekurhuleni on the to the N2 Highway Upgrade Project. This Project Metropolitan Municipality. The upgrade of the Esther Park comprised the widening of two bridges and off-ramps Substation will increase the High Voltage (HV) level of at the eMdloti Interchange, the King Shaka International the substation from 44 kV to 132 kV and boost capacity Airport Interchange and two bridges over the Mdloti River from 10 MVA to 40 MVA. SMEC was engaged to provide using the incremental launch method. SMEC’s services construction monitoring services for the project. SMEC is included feasibility studies, comprehensive design works, also responsible for monitoring and management of civil and construction supervision. and electrical works.
WATER AND ENVIRONMENT URBAN AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Sanitation Master Plan Resettlement Action Plan Rwanda Malawi Many rivers and streams draining into Rwanda’s Akagera SMEC is implementing a Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) River are heavily polluted, contributing to the pollution of on behalf of the Millennium Challenge Account-Malawi, as Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake. Much of this pollution part of Malawi’s Infrastructure Development Project (IDP). is due to a lack of sanitation strategies in nearby towns. The objective of this Project is to increase the availability, SMEC has been engaged to provide sanitation master reliability, and quality of power; stimulate economic growth; plans for a number of town in Rwanda including Huye, and reduce poverty. SMEC’s scope of work includes Muhanga and Rwamagana. Upon completion, these implementation of the RAP and Livelihoods Restoration masterplans will help to improve water quality in the region, Implementation Program (LRIP); and facilitating the upgrade over a planning period of 20 years. of transmission lines and substations.
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