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Protecting the Thames Estuary: Modeling to provide a reliable evidence base to safeguard millions of residents and billions in assets

The Thames Estuary is home to 1.51 million people and more than £400 ($546) billion-worth of assets that are at risk from tidal flooding. To address this challenge, Jacobs and JBA Consulting are leading the Thames Estuary 2100 Modelling Project for the Environment Agency — a key pillar of the Thames Estuary 2100 strategy. The project strengthens understanding of flood risk and provides the robust evidence base needed to guide smarter decisions that protect homes, safeguard critical infrastructure and support sustainable growth. By delivering trusted and unified insights for climate resilience, it’s helping to build a safer future for one of the principal development areas in southern England.
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Jacobs’ data center digital twin featured in NVIDIA GTC keynote

During NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote presentation at the company’s GPU Technology Conference (GTC) on Monday, March 16, 2026, the founder and CEO highlighted Jacobs. The NVIDIA Omniverse DSX Blueprint and libraries now features a Jacobs Data Center Digital Twin solution that enables developers and owners to plan, simulate and optimize gigawatt-scale artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, known as AI factories, in a virtual environment – improving time to first revenue, efficient energy performance and resilient long-term operations.
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Jacobs recognized for advancing climate resilience and environmental innovation

Jacobs has received five Environmental Business Journal and Climate Change Business Journal awards, recognizing[RK1.1] global leadership in climate resilience infrastructure, digital innovation, nature-based solutions and data-driven decarbonization, along with a lifetime achievement honor for industry leadership.
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12 Street Southeast Bridge Replacement
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12 Street Southeast bridge replacement: Pushing boundaries with emerging technology

TAC-ITS, the largest conference-of-its-kind in Canada, brings together stakeholders to discuss critical issues regarding safety, mobility and technology. With a legacy of delivering many of the world’s biggest transportation and most complex infrastructure projects, we know that these issues are key to success and advancing the industry – even with new design and construction techniques. That’s what made our work with The City of Calgary to design and replace the 12 Street Southeast Bridge – without existing standards or precedents – so ground-breaking. What sets this project apart is the design and construction of the concrete deck. The City of Calgary recently opened the new 170-meter 12 Street Southeast Bridge, which spans an environmentally sensitive area of the Bow River in southeast Calgary. The new structure replaces the 108-year-old St. George’s Island Bridge and connects the Calgary Zoo with the historic community of Inglewood. Key project goals, driven by The City of Calgary’s commitment to sustainability of public infrastructure, included minimizing environmental impacts and risks through the construction process, increasing the flood resiliency of the area and improving roadway geometrics and connectivity for all modes. Minimizing environmental impacts and risks To minimize the risk of a major concrete spill over the Bow River, and to meet The City of Calgary’s sustainability goals, the design team, led by Jacobs, used full-depth, full-width precast concrete deck panels in lieu of a fully cast-in-place concrete deck. Each of the 60 precast panels measured more than 14 meters wide and was fabricated using High-Performance

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Jacobs to support renewable energy solutions for Germany's SuedLink program

DALLAS, Oct. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: JEC) has been appointed separately by transmission system operators TenneT and TransnetBW to support the planned SuedLink program which will deliver new underground cable connection to transport wind power from northern Germany to Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. SuedLink will help to better integrate renewable sources, such as wind and solar power, into Germany's electricity grid, and it will link with interconnectors to provide cross-border energy resilience. SuedLink is a key component of Germany's power grid upgrade, which is required to meet its target of 80% of energy from renewable sources by 2050. The 700-kilometer underground cable line is being planned and built by the transmission system operators TenneT and TransnetBW, with an investment of approximately $11 billion (10 billion euros). TenneT is responsible for the northern section of the cable connection, TransnetBW for its southern part. Jacobs will provide an integrated delivery partner approach to program and contract management, planning and approvals, stakeholder engagement, logistics, technical and other services on behalf of TenneT and TransnetBW, respectively. SuedLink is the first major project in Germany to use a central service provider contract approach. "The demand for smart, sustainable solutions across environmental and resource resiliency challenges is one of the biggest issues of our time and SuedLink is set to play a decisive role in Germany's renewal ambitions," says Jacobs Buildings and Infrastructure Europe Senior Vice President and General Manager Donald Morrison. "Jacobs has a strong track record of delivering complex, one-of-a-kind programs such as

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Introducing Our Jacobs

Our momentum continues to build as we harness our innovative thinking and the knowledge of our visionary people, and we are now launching our new brand. It is an opportune time to make a bold change – reshaping not only how people around the world view our company, but also how we view ourselves. Today, we announced our new brand internally to educate and empower our people before sharing with the world. Our brand is focused on inspiring our people; nurturing the next generation to create better solutions to shape a brighter future for tomorrow. We are more than 50,000 of the world’s brightest innovators and problems solvers who are inspired to help clients, large and small, tackle some of their most complex challenges around cleaner air and water, cybersecurity, digitization, mobility, urbanization, resource scarcity, and resilience against global climate and security threats. When we externally launch our new brand globally on November 25 during our fourth-quarter earnings call, people around the world will see our new look and feel. Stay tuned!

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Jacobs to deliver program management services for New Manila International Airport

DALLAS, Oct. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:JEC) has been selected by San Miguel Corporation (SMC) as program management consultant for the New Manila International Airport (NMIA) project in Bulacan, the Philippines. One of the largest and most ambitious infrastructure projects in the country, the entire development includes construction of a new terminal, four runways and airport support facilities spread out over almost 6,200 acres (2,500 hectares) in the province of Bulacan. When complete, the airport will accommodate up to 100 million passengers per year and will significantly ease passenger and air traffic congestion at Manila's existing Ninoy Aquino International Airport. SMC is investing approximately $14 billion USD (PHP 734 billion) into the project with the first phase to be operational within six years. "This is a transformative project for the people of the Philippines, boosting employment opportunities and unlocking trade and tourism potential in the region," said Jacobs Buildings and Infrastructure Asia Pacific and Middle East Senior Vice President and General Manager Patrick Hill. "Our appointment is an opportunity to leverage our significant aviation design and program management experience to deliver a sustainable and world-class aviation hub that supports the Philippines' growth aspirations long into the future." Program management services to be delivered by Jacobs during planning, design and construction phases include project scoping and management, contract development, strategic advisory, design management and scheduling and financial planning. "The Philippines is changing," said San Miguel Corporation President and Chief Operating Officer Ramon S. Ang. "Our economy and our aspirations for

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Jacobs awarded environmental compliance support services contract with the National Science Foundation

DALLAS, Oct. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:JEC) has been re-selected by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to provide environmental planning, compliance analyses, and associated reports and documentation services under a blanket purchase agreement. Jacobs brings to this assignment 19 years of NSF project knowledge gained through the delivery of the current Environmental Compliance Support Services (ECSS) contract, NSF's Arctic Research Support Logistics Services (ARSLS) and National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) programs. "As a long-term partner to NSF, our team is ready to address the agency's environmental requirements and expectations by continuing our collaboration and providing quality execution, responsiveness, innovation, tailored resources and solutions excellence," said Jacobs Buildings, Infrastructure and Advanced Facilities Global Environmental Solutions Senior Vice President and General Manager Jan Walstrom. With a period of performance not to exceed 66 months, the scope of work includes support of NSF's environmental compliance obligations through the preparation of full life-cycle Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and Environmental Assessments (EAs), in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), including associated supporting studies. Additional services may also include preparation of documents, analyses, studies and correspondence in support of NSF's compliance with such laws as the National Historic Preservation Act, Endangered Species Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Coastal Zone Management Act and Clean Water Act, as well as with applicable presidential executive orders. NSF is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense."

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Jacobs awarded Tyndall Air Force Base contract

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:JEC) was awarded a contract to develop the program requirements and standards that will transform Tyndall Air Force Base (AFB) into a visionary Installation of the Future (IotF). Jacobs is contracted as a subconsultant to KBR to support and advance the redevelopment of Tyndall Air Force Base. The objectives of reconstruction are to restore the full operational capability of the installation to serve as the prototype for future IotF's. Tyndall AFB located 12 miles east of Panama City, Florida, sustained a direct hit from Category 5 Hurricane Michael, one of the strongest hurricanes to hit the U.S. in more than 25 years. The devastating storm inflicted immeasurable, lasting damage across the region and resulted in significant damage and destruction across the installation. "We view the post-disaster environment not only as a catalyst to restoring operational capability for the base and its missions, but also to help create a prototypical and definitional future installation with a focus on resiliency and sustainability," said Jacobs Buildings, Infrastructure and Advanced Facilities Senior Vice President for U.S. Federal Solutions Pankaj Duggal. "The key definitional solutions include robust cybersecurity, SMART ownership systems, high performance buildings, resilient and redundant energy systems, high wind load structural solutions and resilient utility systems." At Tyndall AFB, Jacobs has transitioned the master planning effort into zone development plans and completed 42 program requirements packages which comprise the $2.8 billion Military Construction Program funding request to the U.S. Congress. Additionally, Jacobs is tasked with updating

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Helping the world's-busiest airport deliver world-class facility services

Every day across the U.S., the Federal Aviation Administration’s Air Traffic Organization supports more than 44,000 flights and 2.7 million passengers. That means more than 2.7 million individual pretzel packets and soft drinks are consumed above 30,000 feet in the air in a day. But the popular airline snacks aren’t the only things that contribute to the overall passenger experience. Numerous assets and processes go into achieving safe, comfortable traveler experiences in our airports. To cater to the needs of travelers, including the annual increase in passenger traffic, airport facilities must deliver services that meet customer expectations while minimizing asset performance disruptions. Unfortunately, managing things like the facility, personnel, operational assets, process efficiency and more can be a time-consuming, costly and daunting task. Did you know we helped the world’s busiest and most efficient airport manage its assets and processes to achieve positive travel experiences for more than 107 million passengers? Read on to find out how… Forming a productive partnership In 2010, Atlanta Airlines Terminal Company, LLC (AATC) hired Jacobs to assist in ensuring a safe, superb experience for the then 240,000 passengers traveling daily through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Jacobs serves as AATC’s facilities management service provider, performing facility maintenance services, including repair, maintenance and operations of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, passenger ramps repairs and related systems for the airport. Service areas encompass 7.2 million square feet of the airport’s Central Passenger Terminal Complex, including 1.20-million-square-foot Maynard H. Jackson International Terminal, domestic concourses, central utility plants, people-mover plane

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How cities can break the digital divide to become more connected, secure and smart

Smart technologies offer cities – large and small – profound opportunities to transform into inclusive and efficient places that respect the needs, concerns and aspirations of those who call it home. Competitive cities that alleviate poverty, create jobs and attract investments. Connected cities that enhance mobility, enrich learning and encourage digital equity. Safe cities that protect our children, care for our neighbors and shield us from disasters. And resourceful cities that conserve resources, improve services and save taxpayers’ money. No matter their size, cities around the globe are realizing that maximizing the efficient use of their resources, with smart solutions aimed at reducing environmental impacts and enhancing livability, will be paramount in remaining competitive in the global market. A common challenge faced by cities – even those with small or multi-billion-dollar annual budgets – is that these projects require the capital to bring these innovative, impactful solutions to fruition. For smaller cities, the budget challenge is even greater. Know-how is another significant challenge. Traditional infrastructure projects are no longer enough when considering that smart city projects require solutions that deliver a blended outcome inclusive of both the technical and revenue generating/budget creating components. The learning curve can be significant. But what if we showed you how Jacobs and our partners Smart City Capital and Nokia are using innovative, outcome-based business models and cutting-edge technologies to establish various smart infrastructure projects – delivering enhanced experiences and economic growth for people who live, work, visit and operate across the city and broader

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Swinging into action for some jungle VIPs

As far as projects go, our work supporting the Auckland Zoo South East Asia redevelopment project is pretty special. For the last three years, we’ve been working with Regional Facilities Auckland (RFA) and the Zoo team, to bring their vision for a more immersive zoo experience to life. In 2016, Regional Facilities Auckland embarked on the $37.9million (NZD $60 million) redevelopment project, marking the most significant project undertaken by the zoo since its initial construction. The new development and enhancements feature immersive landscape design and aim to give visitors an unforgettable zoo experience while providing the very best habitats for the animals. The project delivers new habitats for some of South East Asia’s most threatened species and includes a new tropical swamp forest area for Sunda gharial crocodile and a rich diversity of other reptiles and fish; orangutan and siamang care quarters and shared shelters; an overhead climbing network for the orangutans; and new otter and tiger habitats including raised overhead walkways for the Sumatran tigers to move between habitats. Completing the upgrade is a new café/function center overlooking the central lake and significant civil upgrades to the zoo’s aging infrastructure. Construction is now well underway and the new animal habitat areas and facilities are starting to take shape. RFA engaged Jacobs on this one-of-a-kind project as the lead engineering consultant at the project’s onset, and since then, we’ve provided a wide range of engineering services including all civil, structural, environmental, mechanical, acoustic, electrical, specialist water services, building and site

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Jacobs Superfund site remediation supports Metro Parks Tacoma Gold Medal Award

In early July, Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park officially opened to the public with walking paths, a public amphitheater and sweeping views of Washington’s Puget Sound and Vashon Island. This new community gem played a key part in Metro Parks’, the municipal corporation that oversees parks and recreation services in and around the City of Tacoma, recognition from the National Recreation and Park Association with a Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management. While it’s now garnering recognition for its benefits and beauty, the site wasn’t always viewed this way. The park, located along the shore of Commencement Bay, actually sits on a portion of the former Asarco Tacoma Smelter site which operated from 1890 to 1986, first as a lead smelter, and later as a copper smelter that processed ores containing high levels of arsenic. Since 1999, Jacobs has provided oversight support to EPA Region 10 for remedial investigations and feasibility studies for the Proposed Plan and Record of Decision and the remedial design/remedial action activities at the Asarco Tacoma Smelter site. The smelting process at the Asarco site resulted in two main types of contaminant releases: sulfur dioxide and contaminated dust; and slag, a waste product of the smelting process containing lead, arsenic, copper and other metals – leading to Commencement Bay/Tideflats’ addition to the EPA’s list of Superfund sites in 1987. Aiming to mitigate the contaminated Superfund site and redevelop the land, agencies including the City of Tacoma, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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How smart pigging technology is shedding new light on asset health

Stretching nearly 900 miles along the Pacific Ocean, California boasts more than 420 public beaches and close to 330 days of sunshine annually. With all that sand, sun and salt though, don’t be surprised if your skin or hair feels a little drier. Salt water can be extremely beneficial and rejuvenating in small amounts, but experts warn that prolonged exposure can really dry out your skin because salt deposits can remain on your skin long after you shower off. Much like our skin, infrastructure is also susceptible to its surrounding environment. Corrosion – or the breakdown or degradation of metallic materials due to an electrochemical reaction when the surrounding environment (e.g. mountain run off, lake, sea, ocean) contains organic materials (sand, gravel, clay, salt) a naturally high moisture content – can lessen the lifespan of pipes and related infrastructure considerably. But what if we showed you how Jacobs and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission’s (SFPUC) smart application of magnetic flux leakage technology is providing previously unattainable insight into water main health and resilience – detecting potential defects, such as corrosion, to inform data-backed asset management and capital planning? 864 areas of metal loss detected on SFPUC pipes using magnetic flux leakage in-line inspection technology 20% losses in wall thickness can now be detected using this smart application This technology has the potential to change the way large diameter steel water pipelines are managed throughout the world. Smart pigging technology allows owners to get a real-time vision of their assets

How Smart City Tech Delivers Safer, More Livable Places
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How smart city tech delivers safer, more livable places

A century ago, the Eiffel Tower, at 984 feet, stood as the world’s-tallest structure, Boston suffered an odd disaster as two million gallons of spilled molasses poured into the streets at an estimated 35 miles per hour, alcohol was illegal, and movies were silent. Just 100 years ago, the 17 miles of land that now make up the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia, was just a dusty stop on the way to Atlanta – a farming settlement with a tavern, an inn, a church and a post office. Today, Peachtree Corners – officially incorporated in 2012 – is the largest city in fast-growing Gwinnett County, and home to more than 45,000 residents, Fortune 500 businesses and high-tech companies. While cities like London and Melbourne have rich histories that stretch back centuries, Peachtree Corners’ blank slate provided prime opportune to innovate right from the start. Transforming an old farmland into a competitive, secure and livable city from the ground-up comes with its own set of unique challenges – from code enforcement and city services to traffic, land zoning and development. But what if we showed you how Jacobs and the City of Peachtree Corners have infused citywide Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, bolstering smart, connected, inclusive, competitive, safe and resourceful benefits for an award-winning city? 35K+ assets captured, more than doubling what existed in previous database 251 smart parking sensors transforming citywide smart, connected solutions We’re honored to be delivery partner for the City of Peachtree Corners, who has taken industry