Covering two thirds of the Tube network, the contract originally began in 2011 with the possibility of an extension, dependent upon performance.
Working alongside London Underground, the team will continue to maintain more than 1,000 bridges and 125 tunnels across multiple routes, including the Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, District, Bakerloo, Central, Victoria and Circle lines.
Operations cover track and depot drainage, vegetation and coating management, pest control, platform ramps, bridges and viaducts, earth structures, support services and emergency reactive works.
Campbell McKechan, Skanska’s contract manager, said: “This extension is a great reward for the hard work and determination shown by the team. Over the past four years, they’ve implemented huge efficiencies in order to save London Underground money, year-on-year, while at the same time improving quality.
“I also believe our safety record played a significant role in the renewal. Over 110 staff work every night in dark and inclement conditions, and despite these challenges I’m incredibly proud to say that we and our wider supply chain have worked almost one million hours accident-free.”
James Holmes, Operations Director, said: “As one of our most long-term, key customers, it’s fantastic to continue working with London Underground on this hugely successful contract. The team has done an exceptional job of maintaining a whole portfolio of assets, and I look forward to continued success over the next two years.”