Ferrovial & Georgia Tech Partner to Advance Transport Infrastructure

Ferrovial and Georgia Tech enter a master agreement to focus on innovation in transport infrastructure to develop a more sustainable future of mobility By Joe Macey / 29 Sep 2023
Ferrovial & Georgia Tech Partner to Advance US Infrastructure
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Ferrovial and the Georgia Institute of Technology have created a long-term partnership focused on advancing innovation in transport infrastructure. 

The partnership will allow for joint research activities, providing new educational and development opportunities for students and enabling Ferrovial to create a more sustainable future for mobility. The agreement was formally signed at the university’s campus in Atlanta.

Ferrovial has collaborated with Georgia Tech in research, leveraging its talent for several years. In addition to its expertise in traffic engineering, the Institute has extensive research capabilities in construction, airports, and energy, allowing for a comprehensive and diversified partnership as Ferrovial operates in all these areas.

“Georgia Tech is globally recognized for its expertise in infrastructure and mobility, research, and development,” said Andres Sacristan, CEO of Cintra Global. “Ferrovial understands our industry must remain agile as transportation continues to evolve. By partnering with universities like Georgia Tech, we can continue to improve the traveler experience and better serve our clients by providing new mobility solutions.”

“Aligning with Georgia Tech reinforces Ferrovial’s commitment to advancing mobility, enhancing safety, and connecting communities in Georgia, the United States and beyond,” Sacristan added.

“Ferrovial is reimagining transportation, and this collaboration will enable Georgia Tech researchers and students to gain a firsthand understanding of the needs of our nation’s infrastructure,” said Ángel Cabrera, President of Georgia Tech. “We are proud to partner with Ferrovial to drive the future of transportation and mobility, which will bring valuable technological innovation and knowledge transfer to our state.”

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