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On-board partner
HNTB has been a proud partner to Sound Transit for the last 24 years, starting with work on the Sounder Commuter Rail system and most recently completing the final design for the Lynnwood Link Extension. One of the best parts of these projects is being able to celebrate with the communities that will benefit from our work – we’re beyond excited to celebrate the completion of Lynnwood Link Extension alongside Sound Transit. We believe in Sound Transit’s vision for the region and we look forward to continuing our strong partnership in building out a premier transit system for decades to come.
On-board partner
Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. We started out from modest beginnings in a small fishing village, and more than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest development and construction companies. Skanska USA started in 1971 with one job, and today we have 28 offices around the country and over 6,500 teammates. By sponsoring this event, we continue to show our commitment to being a good neighbor and building projects that provide value beyond our lifetime.
Supporting partners
Hoffman
Puget Sound is our home and commitment to responsible urban development is crucial for creating healthy, equitable, and vibrant neighborhoods. We are honored to collaborate with Sound Transit on the Shoreline South/148th and Shoreline North/185th Stations, integral components of the Lynnwood Link Extension. This partnership not only enhances our region's transit infrastructure but also contributes to the thoughtful growth and increased connectivity of our entire area.
Sno-Isle Libraries
Sno-Isle Libraries vision is that everyone in our community is connected to their library. We engage and inspire our communities through equitable access to knowledge and resources. Our values are Community, Equity, Inclusion, Welcoming, Learning, and Respect. As a community connector, we get loud for all things Snohomish and Island counties. We are excited to Ride the Wave and further connect our region! We want everyone to be connected to their library, which often times starts with transit.
PGH Wong Engineering
PGH Wong’s mission is to improve the World by engineering the future, particularly by connecting people and places through transportation and infrastructure. They strive to be a place where the best in the industry perform their best work while continuing to foster an environment that grows future generation of engineers, architects, and construction professionals. PGH Wong is proud to be part of this major project and its surrounding communities.
Platform partners
Hatch
The Lynwood Link project is an ambitious light rail initiative designed to enhance transportation efficiency and connectivity for commuters between Northgate and Snohomish County. This project aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainable infrastructure and community well-being as it addresses the area’s transportation challenges, fosters economic development, and promotes a greener environment. As sponsors, we envision a future where seamless transit options benefit everyone, reduce environmental impact, and create vibrant, thriving communities.
Kaiser Permanente
Improving community health is core to Kaiser Permanente’s mission and has been for over 75 years. We believe total health extends beyond the doctor’s office to include having a safe place to live, access to nutritious food, clean air, strong social connections, and accessible green spaces — the essentials of life. Through our resources, reach, and partnerships, Kaiser Permanente is committed to addressing these social factors that can impact our health. That’s why we’re so proud to again be celebrating another expansion of the Link light rail – to Lynnwood (and beyond).
Mott MacDonald
With a mission to be the preferred consultant in the global marketplace, Mott MacDonald holds the vision of improving society and creating a lasting positive difference by focusing on social outcomes, digital innovation, and excellence in everything we do, while providing transformative solutions for our clients and communities, and fostering opportunities for our employees. Mott McDonald is a key partner in this project, and with all of our transportation projects, we believe in the commitment to supporting the communities that benefit from the work we do.
Mass Electric
Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) constructed the systems elements of the Lynnwood Link Extension. This included furnishing and installing the overhead catenary system (OCS), traction power substations, signal system, and communication system. MEC has constructed the vast majority of the systems elements on the Sound Transit Link system over the last 20 years and is proud to continue that partnership with the delivery of the systems portion of the Lynnwood Link extension.
WSP
WSP is sponsoring this event to celebrate Sound Transit’s highly anticipated milestone-opening of the Northgate to Lynnwood Link segment. We care about expanding transit access to more people in our region and focusing on the details to create amazing Passenger Experience. Our sponsorship also highlights WSP’s continued commitment and contributions to Sound Transit over the past 30 years across every business line and program including Link, Sounder, Express Bus and Stride BRT. We are extremely proud of the work we’ve accomplished with Sound Transit on this Link extension beginning from the earliest stages of system planning though critical phases of alternatives analysis, alignment evaluation and station design.
STV
STV makes communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Their experts provide architectural, engineering, planning, environmental, program and construction management and advisory services for transportation systems and other infrastructure. They do what’s right. They collaborate to deliver. And they are driven by optimism because they see opportunity. STV, in collaboration with Mott MacDonald, has overseen the systems construction for Sound Transit’s transformative East Link (2 Line), Northgate Link and Lynnwood Link extensions, which will serve tens of thousands of commuters across the Puget Sound region.
Experience Momentum
Our mission is to educate, support, empower, and connect with our community, clients, and team members to help them redefine what’s possible in their lives. Experience Momentum exists to improve the health of the communities we serve. We have a long history of supporting local organizations and focusing on initiatives that empower youth, enhance community health, and promote sustainability. The light rail extension is a significant milestone, offering positive environmental impacts and improved access to surrounding areas, which aligns with our mission and values.
Jacobs
At Jacobs, we make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. To bring critical infrastructure programs to fruition, we work with communities to accelerate return-oriented infrastructure developments that make a clear case for sustainable outcomes. We are excited to support ST and the community on the opening of this important transportation project.
Parametrix
At Parametrix, we help our clients imagine what's possible. Whether it’s resilient infrastructure, livable communities, or habitat restoration, we partner with clients to create vibrant, sustainable communities and restore the health of the planet for generations to come. Parametrix is thrilled to celebrate the opening of light rail service to Snohomish County. We are proud to have supported Sound Transit on every light rail project operating from SeaTac to Seattle and now to Lynnwood. Sound Transit’s program is making lives better across the region, including for our employee-owners here.