The NZ Transport Agency is set to take the lead in setting up Auckland’s light rail network.
The Government has confirmed NZTA will be setting up a process to establish possible procurement, financing for delivery, and operation of the new network.
NZTA chief executive Fergus Gammie says the agency has a strong reputation for delivering transport networks and is excited to take on the role of establishing light rail for Auckland.
“Our role now is to help establish a robust and open process to ensure all options for the procurement and delivery of a light rail network are investigated to make sure they secure the best outcomes.
“The NZ Transport Agency will invite interested parties from New Zealand and overseas to register their interest, and provide suggestions for a procurement process and factors critical to successful delivery.
“We will then work with Treasury and the Ministry of Transport to ensure the best process is in place to assess all potential proposals and then report back to the ministers of finance and transport.”
NZTA board chair Michael Stiassny says the Government has received a proposal from the NZ Super Fund.
“It is really positive to see the interest from the NZ Super Fund to be involved in developing this important transport infrastructure.
“Our role is to ensure the best option for Auckland and New Zealand is selected.
“We look forward to working with NZ Super, as well as other interested parties, in this context,” Stiassny says.
