AtkinsRéalis awarded design and construction consultancy contract for Northern Metropolis New Development Areas

Forming part of the wider Northern Metropolis, the project will help create the infrastructure, enabling platforms and public spaces needed to support future communities, economic activity and innovation-led growth across northern Hong Kong. As the incumbent consultant team for Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen and Lau Fau Shan, the joint venture brings deep technical knowledge of the area and a detailed understanding of the planning, environmental and stakeholder considerations shaping its next phase. The programme includes site formation and enablement works, transport and mobility infrastructure, public transport interchanges, pedestrian and cycling networks, and provisions for the Smart & Green Mass Transit System. 

A defining feature of the programme is the revitalisation of the Tin Shui Wai River through integrated flood resilience, environmental enhancement and ecological measures while delivering critical water, drainage and sewerage infrastructure. AtkinsRéalis will apply innovation, digital solutions and advanced delivery approaches to manage complex interfaces with concurrent developments, reduce programme risks and support efficient delivery, including the adoption of new construction methods and materials to help accelerate implementation. The programme will also focus on connecting new development areas with established communities through urban-rural integration initiatives, strengthening connectivity while preserving local character and place identity.  

“The Northern Metropolis presents a generational opportunity to shape how Hong Kong grows and evolves. This appointment demonstrates how infrastructure can strengthen connections between communities, enhance environmental resilience and create economic opportunity through urban-rural integration, river revitalisation and climate resilience. By combining technical excellence, innovation and our longstanding experience in these development areas, we are helping create places that strengthen connections between people, communities and opportunity across northern Hong Kong,” said Wing Law, Chief Executive Officer, Asia, AtkinsRéalis. 

AtkinsRéalis will draw on its longstanding involvement in Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen and Lau Fau Shan to support the next phase of delivery across one of Hong Kong's most complex and interconnected development programmes. Bringing together expertise in transportation, water, urban development and programme management, the project will help establish the infrastructure and public realm foundations that support future innovation, technology development and talent cultivation initiatives like the emerging Northern Metropolis University Town, while supporting vibrant, resilient communities across the Northern Metropolis. 

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.