A joint venture between Sisk and Sorensen Civil Engineering (Sisk Sorensen JV) has been announced as the successful bidder for the construction of the Adare Bypass in Ireland, valued at €150 million.
It comes a year after the government approved advanced construction of the bypass near Limerick, to facilitate delivery ahead of the Ryder Cup in Adare Manor in 2027.
The bypass will divert any unnecessary through traffic away from Adare and remove a significant point of congestion on the N21, while “improving safety” and the urban realm.
It is one part of the Foynes to Limerick Road project which is a 35 km stretch connecting Limerick City to the port of Foynes.
The overall project is seen as vital for the strategic development and expansion of Shannon Foynes Port, for West Limerick and the Mid-West Region in general, said Sisk.
Limerick City and County Council are continuing to work with Transport Infrastructure Ireland on its delivery.
Subject to the necessary approvals, Sisk Sorensen JV is programmed to have the contract by the end of this year.
Sisk managing director, Will Merriman, said: “This long-awaited project, commissioned by Limerick City and County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland, will improve connectivity and benefit communities across the region.
“Alongside Sorensen, we look forward to delivering this important infrastructure project ahead of the Ryder Cup in 2027.”
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, said: “Today’s announcement is significant. It is a priority of the Mayoral Programme to advance the Adare Bypass. To have it in place by the Autumn of 2027 remains very ambitious and would represent a significant achievement given the time remaining.
“Many risks to a successful outcome are outside the control of the Council. Limerick City and County Council will do everything it can to achieve this ambitious target but requires the goodwill and active cooperation of all agencies/stakeholders involved and/or affected by the project.”
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