Removal of track five and ballast during the Block of Line
Over the last month the Martinus New Zealand team have made good progress with the removal of track five's rails and ballast. The team also erected hoardings and barrier rails between track five and track four to allow the installation of reinforcement and to prepare for the new track five concrete slab.
Preparation of sub slab track five for reinforcement to be installed
During the Block of Line shut down over Labour weekend, the team removed a section of track four. They also realigned the track and overhead power to line up with the new adjacent track five.
Track four realigned into a new position
During the past month's Block of Line shutdowns and night shifts, other work has been progressing. This includes cable containment, overhead line installations and the installation of new signal sub ducting between the tracks in the tunnels.
All the works being undertaken contribute to optimising rail operations in preparation for the City Rail Link opening.
Overhead track power alignment on track four
Upcoming works in Waitematā Station (Britomart)
On track works:
Cable containment and overhead works to continue.
Installation of additional signal sub ducting.
Stage 1 concrete pour to the new section of track five.
Removal of track five remaining ballast.
Delivery of track five rails and sleeper blocks.
Preparing and planning for the next Block of Lines (11 and 12 November and 18 and 19 November).
Progressing the extension to the end of Platform 5.
Link Alliance - Construction Update
With Appendix 26's physical work nearing completion, the team is focused on ensuring handover goes smoothly - including documentation, certification, and any minor remediation required.
Mechanical, electrical, fire and hydraulic works are essentially complete, along with inspections, testing and commissioning.
Installation of the signalling equipment rooms is underway in both the eastern and western ends of the station. Traction power containment has been installed at the eastern end of the station - an excellent milestone!
Link Alliance's Appendix 26 team is heading towards completing their scope of works
Find out more
For information about Waitematā Station (Britomart) and Quay Park Yard works click here.
How to contact the wider Waitematā Station (Britomart) team:
If you have any questions or concerns about our works, please email the Waitematā Station (Britomart) teamat info@cityraillink.govt.nz or phone us on 0800 CRL TALK (275 8255) and press option 1 for Waitematā Station (Britomart) work.
Ngā mihi nui The Waitematā Station (Britomart) Team
