Queensland Infrastructure Projects Recognised as Finalists in Infrastructure Sustainability Council 2026 Awards
Six major Queensland infrastructure projects – Kangaroo Point Bridge, Bruce Highway Upgrade, Brisbane Metro, Pacific Motorway M1, Cross River Rail and the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline- have been named finalists in the Infrastructure Sustainability Council’s (ISC) 2026 Awards.
These finalists highlight the Queensland Government’s strong commitment to delivering infrastructure that supports a growing population, strengthens regional economies and creates jobs, in partnership with a highly capable and innovative industry. The projects demonstrate how collaboration between government and industry is improving connectivity, reducing congestion and enhancing resilience, while delivering best value for money.
They also showcase how sustainability-led delivery is driving measurable benefits, with ISC-certified projects typically achieving around 10% avoided costs through more efficient use of energy, materials, waste and emissions reductions*.
ISC Chief Executive Officer Toby Kent congratulated the project teams and acknowledged the critical role of industry partners:
‘These projects highlight not only the Queensland Government’s strong infrastructure agenda, but also the exceptional capability of industry delivering complex projects,’ Mr Kent said. ‘From contractors and designers to operators and suppliers, industry is playing a vital role in driving better sustainability outcomes, improving productivity and delivering long-term value for communities.’
The ISC’s Infrastructure Sustainability Rating Scheme provides a consistent framework to measure and incentivise performance across projects with several Queensland finalists recognised for excellence in economic, environmental, social and governance outcomes.
By embedding sustainability and whole-of-life thinking, government and industry are working together to deliver infrastructure that supports jobs, strengthens supply chains and builds more resilient communities.
‘These nominations reflect the collective effort of government and a highly-skilled industry workforce working together to deliver better outcomes for Queenslanders,’ Mr Kent said.
The winners of the Infrastructure Sustainability Awards will be announced at the ISC Infrastructure Sustainability Council Gala Dinner & Awards in Brisbane on 3 June 2026.
About the Infrastructure Sustainability Council
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council is Australia’s peak body advancing sustainability across infrastructure planning, delivery and operations. ISC works with governments, infrastructure owners and industry to provide independent rating tools, assurance, data and capability-building that deliver better environmental, social, economic and governance outcomes.
* Infrastructure Sustainability Council (2025), Infrastructure Sustainability Council Strategy 2030: Powered by purpose
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Queensland Project Finalists – Infrastructure Sustainability Awards
| Project |
Award Category |
Delivery Partners |
|
Kangaroo Point Bridge |
Outstanding Achievement – IS Rating Scheme |
Brisbane City Council, Connect Brisbane led by BESIX Watpac and WSP |
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Bruce Highway Upgrade: Caboolture-Bribie Island Road to Steve Irwin Way Project (Contract 2) (C2SIW-C2) |
Sustainability Leadership- Excellence in Economic Outcomes |
Fulton Hogan, the Department of Transport and Main Roads |
|
Brisbane Metro – Inner City Infrastructure Works |
Sustainability Leadership – Excellence in Economic Outcomes |
Brisbane City Council, Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd and Arup Australia |
|
Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline |
Sustainability Outcomes – Excellence in Economic Outcomes Sustainability Outcomes – Excellence in Economic Outcomes |
Gladstone Area Water Board and McConnell BMD Joint Venture |
|
Pacific Motorway M1 Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade |
Sustainability Leadership – Excellence in Environmental Outcomes |
Department of Transport and Main Roads, AECOM, GHD Joint Venture, Seymour Whyte |
|
Cross River Rail – RIS (Rail Integration System) |
Sustainability Leadership – Excellence in Governance Outcomes |
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority, UNITY Alliance |