Congestion Relief

Client: London Underground Limited
Duration: 2001-2003
Value: £15m

Project Overview
London Underground commissioned this project to improve congestion relief at Knightsbridge station, together with a general up-grading of communication, ticketing and passenger information facilities, passenger security measures and enhanced finishes and accessibility. This necessitated the construction of a new underground ticket-hall and station entrance beneath existing buildings and roads, requiring sophisticated measures of support, so roads could remain open throughout the construction work.

CPC’s Role
CCP were engaged to deliver full project management of the congestion relief scheme from inception in 2001 to 2003.

Client Benefits
The scheme was completed successfully, in no small measure, due to the working relationships established with adjacent property owners and businesses, local authorities, emergency services and utility providers. Specific benefits include: -