Ontario's highway 407 RFP

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The Ontario Privatisation Secretariat is looking for an adviser to help assess the feasibility of privatising Highway 407, which is the first in the province to have electronic tolls. The transport minister is also considering proposals from the private sector for improving the Gardiner Expressway, which is a busy commuter route. Proposals include running it underground or at ground level. These plans could cost between US$500-850 million. Details of the proposed privatisation of Ontario Hydro are included.

Bridge, Tunnel, Tpke Auth, Other Support Activities for Road Transportation, Inspection & fixed facilities, Management, Transportation policy, Privatization, Privatization (Business), Transportation authorities, Ontario, Roads, Toll roads

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China power projects deliver high voltage shocks

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It is likely that progress in China with build-operate-transfer projects in the power sector will accelerate as construction begins on the $1.2 billion, 1,400 MW Zhubai coal-fired independent power plant and the $600 million, 400 MW gas-fired independent power plant in Shanghai province. The Chinese government is still hoping that the successful development of the Laibin B power plant will play a key role in attracting foreign investment.

Electric power-plants

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Sao Paulo roads put out to tender

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The state of Sao Paulo in Brazil is to tender out a contract for the upgrading and maintenance of the Bandeirantes and Anhanguera motorways. There are also plans to tender out or sell a variety of assets including sewage, water supply, power companies, ports, and land surrounding state prisons for the construction of smaller prisons. Private investment is also being sought to help finish 17 power stations.

Private companies, Brazil, Freeways, Highways, Power plants

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