VINCI is leading the construction of the refreshed and expanded town centre bus station on behalf of St Helens Council and ECF, the joint venture between Homes England, L&G, and Muse.
Work has now begun to stabilise the ground for foundations and to remove any coal seams left over from St Helens’ coal mining past.
Once complete, the interchange will have 11 bus stands, up from nine, warm waiting areas, 13,400 sq ft of concourses, step-free access, and a travel centre.
The surrounding public realm and civic square is also to get a makeover, establishing the interchange as a gateway to local landmarks, including the Gamble Building and square, the Theatre Royal, and the upcoming Hampton by Hilton Hotel.
Martin Horton, senior project manager at VINCI, said: “Today’s ground stabilisation techniques ensure that this legacy does not create settlement or subsidence issues in the future, giving the new transport interchange a secure foundation for generations to come.”