Gatwick Airport's Inter Terminal Shuttle (ITS) had been in operation since 1987 and logged over 2M miles of operation. In 2007 Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL) elected to modernise the ITS with a replacement Automated People Mover (APM) utilising the latest technology. Gatwick's ITS runs on a 1.2 km of elevated guide-way consisting of 51 simply supported spans and a two span continuous bridge over the A23 highway. The ITS carries passengers between the North and South terminals at Gatwick Airport. The modernisation included total replacement of the APM systems supplied by Bombardier Transportation Inc, refurbishment of the two stations and a complete overhaul of the infrastructure supporting the system, including the guide-way. Under a framework agreement Buro Happold provided consultancy services for Gatwick which included inspection, maintenance, assessment and design of strengthening works with the aim of safeguarding the ITS asset at Gatwick Airport for a further 20 years. Structural Systems (UK) Ltd carried out the refurbishment works over the period of 2009/10 which included: (1) Replacement of 650 bearings supporting the system (2) Repairs to concrete piers (3) Overhaul of the steel box diaphragm bridge supporting the guide-way over the A23 (4) Repairs to track beams and guide-way (5) Replacement of running surface and emergency walkway expansion joints. This paper describes in some detail the historical, contractual and technical challenges facing the client/designer/contractor team in delivering the project under a tight programme and budget without adversely affecting the business of Gatwick Airport. The delivery team worked harmoniously throughout the project and safely delivered the works on time and budget. The system is now fully operational. It has been commented that following the refurbishment works the Gatwick ITS offers passengers one of the best and smoothest ride qualities in the world.
Refurbishment of the Inter Terminal Shuttle, Gatwick Airport, UK
13th International Conference on Automated People Movers and Transit Systems ; 2011 ; Paris, France
2011-11-30
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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