Skanska and FlatironDragados Win $1B Contract for Long Bridge North Project

Skanska and FlatironDragados have secured a monumental $1-billion contract from the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) to spearhead the Long Bridge North Project. This ambitious initiative marks the beginning of a transformative two-phase construction effort aimed at expanding and modernizing freight and passenger rail services between East Potomac Park and Washington D.C.’s L’Enfant Interlocking. The project will replace the existing two-track system with a state-of-the-art four-track rail corridor, significantly enhancing the efficiency and capacity of local, regional, and national transportation networks. With construction slated to commence in July 2025 and expected to conclude by Q4 2030, this venture represents a critical step forward in infrastructure development, promising to alleviate current bottlenecks and future-proof rail travel in the Capital Region.

The collaboration between Skanska and FlatironDragados, alongside VPRA and other key stakeholders including CSXT, Amtrak, and VRE, underscores the project's importance in fostering sustainable and efficient rail transportation. Renderings of the project, available here, offer a glimpse into the future of rail travel in the area. This project not only highlights the commitment of all parties involved to infrastructure innovation but also sets a precedent for future developments aimed at meeting the growing demands of freight and passenger rail services.