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Explore the latest announcements, press coverage and company updates showing the solutions we’re creating with clients, the positive difference we’re making in our communities and the value we’re delivering to shareholders. 

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Jacobs advances major highway modernizations in California

Jacobs has been selected by the Orange County Transportation Authority to provide construction management services for two major highway improvement projects designed to enhance mobility and reduce congestion in Orange County, California.
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Jacobs to lead design team for one of world's deepest nuclear clean-ups

Jacobs was selected by Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL) to lead the integrated design management team for one of the world's deepest nuclear clean-ups. The team will play a key role in coordinating the program to clear and treat radioactive waste in the shaft and silo at Dounreay, near Thurso, in Scotland, U.K., a former fast-reactor research and development center.

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Jacobs takes majority stake in PA Consulting to form strategic partnership

Accelerating its growth strategy as a leading technology-enabled solutions provider, Jacobs has taken a 65% stake in PA Consulting, a leading innovation and transformation consulting firm. The investment places an enterprise value of PA at £1.825 billion ($2.5 billion1) and transforms PA into a global player at scale. The remaining 35% stake is held by PA employees.

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Meridian water – Sustainable and resilient by design

Cities around the world are facing unprecedentedly levels of change. So how does a city go about assessing its current condition and building a path to a better, more resilient and sustainable future? Read more about London’s Meridian Water development project in this article.

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Susan Moisio named Global Director of Jacobs’ water market

Named one of the top 40 influencers in the water industry by Global Water Intelligence (GWI), Susan Moisio is the go-to person for wet weather and conveyance solutions. And now, we’re excited to announce she will lead our water solutions globally as the new Global Director of Jacobs’ Water Market. Read more about Susan's career and her new role in this article.

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Is transport appraisal in the UK equitable?

Strong transport connections that fully meet a person’s needs can aid their access to essential goods and services, and their workplace, education and wider leisure activities. But are publicly funded transport schemes able to fulfil everyone’s needs equally? Jacobs’ Transportation Planners Sherin Francis and Katie Pearce share their insight in this jacobs.com piece.

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New release: Flood Modeller 5.0 now available

Transform the way you undertake your flood risk modelling with the next generation of Flood Modeller. The 5.0 software, the most significant update since 2015, adds new features and capabilities, including an integrated catchment modelling solution, all within a single, user-friendly environment. Click to read more.