AtkinsRéalis appointed to design M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy motorway scheme

AtkinsRéalis has been appointed by BAM to deliver comprehensive design services for Cork County Council’s M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy motorway scheme.

The three-year role will see AtkinsRéalis responsible for all multi-disciplinary detailed design services and provide on-site monitoring during construction of the 11-kilometre motorway from Bloomfield Interchange to Barnahely, east of Carrigaline. AtkinsRéalis will also contribute its global experience in delivering low carbon design and construction to the scheme, which is one of the first major infrastructure projects in Ireland to require a construction stage Climate Change Plan¹.

Martina Finn, Managing Director, AtkinsRéalis Ireland, said: “The M28 is one of Ireland’s most significant infrastructure developments that will enhance connectivity with the Port of Cork, a critical international gateway, and the wider region, while improving journey times and safety for County Cork. It’s also an opportunity to apply new digital design practices reduce carbon during construction and across the asset lifecycle, demonstrating how major infrastructure can be delivered sustainably.”

The project involves extensive digital information management requirements for both design and construction phases.

Finn added, “Our proven track record in delivering complex transport projects across Ireland, combined with our international capabilities in digital design, positions us well to support this transformative project that will drive regional economic growth.”

The €181 million design and build contract, awarded to BAM by Cork County Council, forms part of a broader €456 million investment in the M28 funded by the Department of Transport through Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). As a designated part of the Core Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T), the M28 will support the ongoing development of the Port of Cork’s deep-water facilities in Ringaskiddy while enhancing regional connectivity and reducing travel times for both commercial and commuter traffic.