Santiago Metro in Chile has awarded a contract to consulting and engineering firm Wood to deliver engineering solutions to support the expansion of the public transport system.

The expansion project is expected to cut down overcrowding on current lines, as well as enhance metro-connectivity in the remote areas of the city.

This route is expected to function as a ‘new main source of sustainable public transport’ for Santiago.

As per the contract, Wood will be responsible for section C of Line 7, which will be established in the eastern part of Santiago.