Construction of Belfast Transport Hub

Construction of Belfast Transport Hub

Learning Objectives

• Understand the significance of the Belfast Transport Hub project
• Describe the features of the Belfast Transport Hub
• Understand the roles of different parties involved in the Belfast Transport Hub project

What do you already know about the Belfast Transport Hub project?

Overview of the Belfast Transport Hub project

• A multi-modal transport facility
• Replacing existing bus and rail stations
• Joint venture of Farrans and Sacyr

Features and benefits of the Belfast Transport Hub

• 26 bus stands
• 8 railway platforms
• Enhanced walking and cycling connectivity

Roles and responsibilities of different parties involved in the project

• Farrans and Sacyr as main constructors
• Weavers Cross development for economic growth and urban regeneration

Expected economic and social impacts of the project

• Annual footfall of over 20M
• Creation of over 500 jobs
• Boost to construction and engineering sector in Northern Ireland

Definitions

• Belfast Transport Hub: A multi-modal transport facility set to replace the existing Europa and Great Victoria Street bus and rail stations
• Weavers Cross development: A part of the Belfast Transport Hub project aimed at facilitating economic growth and urban regeneration
• Joint venture of Farrans and Sacyr: The main constructors of the Belfast Transport Hub project
• Enabling works: Preliminary construction activities that are necessary before the main construction begins

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