EastLink

EastLink is a major urban road project that significantly improves transportation infrastructure in Melbourne's eastern and south-eastern suburbs.

EastLink
Sector
Infrastructure
Developer
Connect East
Location
Victoria, Australia

Project details

C2O Australia's involvement was instrumental in the successful completion of the EastLink project. Our comprehensive range of services contributed significantly to various critical aspects of the project, from tunneling support to the installation of advanced technological systems. This project showcases our capability in providing multifaceted support for major urban infrastructure developments, highlighting our expertise in electrical, technological, and construction support services.

Key features

  • Victoria's second fully-electronic tollway
  • Links Eastern Freeway in Mitcham with Frankston Freeway in Melbourne's South-East
  • 39km of tolled motorway and 6km of bypass roads
  • Twin, three-lane, 1.6km tunnels under the Mullum Mullum Valley
  • 103 structures, including 88 bridges

Project Scope

  • 39km tolled motorway
  • 6km bypass roads at Dandenong and Ringwood
  • Twin tunnels (1.6km long, three lanes each) under Mullum Mullum Valley
  • 103 structures, with 88 bridges

Technological Features

  • Fully-electronic tollway system
  • Advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
  • Comprehensive traffic signal network
  • Extensive street lighting

Services provided

C2O Australia provided crucial support to the EastLink project across various phases:

Tunneling Support:

  • Assisted with specialized services for tunnel construction
  • Ensured safety and efficiency in underground operations

High Voltage Construction TBM Support:

  • Provided High Voltage electrical support for Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM)
  • Ensured continuous power supply for tunneling operations

High Voltage Testing:

  • Conducted comprehensive testing of all HV systems
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards and operational requirements

Site Establishment:

  • Assisted in setting up construction sites along the project route
  • Implemented necessary infrastructure for project commencement

QA Completions:

  • Managed quality assurance processes for project completions
  • Ensured all installations met required standards and specifications

ITS and Traffic Signal Installation:

  • Installed advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems
  • Set up and configured traffic signal networks along the route

Street Lighting:

  • Installed comprehensive street lighting systems
  • Ensured proper illumination for safety and visibility

Optical Fibre Installation:

  • Laid optical fibre networks along the project route
  • Enabled high-speed data communication for various systems

Throughout these services, C2O Australia demonstrated:

  • Versatility in handling diverse aspects of large-scale infrastructure projects
  • Expertise in both underground and above-ground construction support
  • Ability to integrate advanced technological systems in transportation infrastructure
  • Commitment to quality assurance and safety across all project phases

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