ACCIONA has been selected as part of an alliance to deliver the removal of two level crossings in Melbourne's west, improving safety, reducing congestion and creating better connections for local communities. The alliance, comprising ACCIONA, WSP, Metro Trains Melbourne and VIDA Rail, has been awarded the contract to close the level crossings at Anderson Street in Yarraville and remove the crossing at Hudsons Road in Spotswood, with construction due to commence in 2027 and completion expected in 2029.

Welcoming the appointment

Peter Regan, Chief Executive Officer ACCIONA Infrastructure Australia & New Zealand, welcomed the appointment.

"We are proud to partner with the Victorian Government and our alliance partners to deliver this important transport project for Melbourne's west," Mr Regan said.

"Removing these level crossings will improve safety, reduce travel delays and help create more connected and accessible communities. ACCIONA brings extensive experience delivering complex rail and transport infrastructure, and we look forward to working closely with the community throughout delivery," he said.

Safer crossings for Yarraville and Spotswood

Anderson Street in Yarraville is one of the most dangerous remaining level crossings on Melbourne's metropolitan rail network, while both crossings experience significant congestion for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. More than 6,000 pedestrians use the Anderson Street crossing each day, while more than 6,600 vehicles travel through Hudsons Road in Spotswood daily.

What the works include

The works include the construction of two new accessible underpasses in Yarraville, maintaining connections for pedestrians, cyclists and people using mobility aids. The project will also create new pedestrianised public open space on Anderson Street and support improved access to Yarraville Village. In Spotswood, improved pedestrian and cycling connections will be created and a new Spotswood Station delivered.

Next steps

ACCIONA will work with alliance partners and stakeholders to finalise designs before major construction begins next year. The project continues ACCIONA's strong track record delivering major rail and transport infrastructure that improves safety, connectivity and community outcomes across Australia.