The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) has announced the five companies shortlisted to construct the world-class Sailing venue at Weymouth and Portland.
The site is set to be one of the first venues ready for the London 2012 Games.
Improvements to the existing Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy will include a new permanent 150m slipway; a new race-boat parking area; and a new race-boat moorings to be sheltered by a wave protection structure.
ODA Chief Executive, David Higgins said: ‘Our plans for Weymouth and Portland are an excellent example of how the Games can act as a driver for wider regeneration, spreading sporting, social and economic benefits around the country.’
The contract is expected to be awarded later this year and with construction work due to start on site early next year with completion planned for the end of 2008.
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Improvements to the existing Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy will include a new permanent 150m slipway; a new race-boat parking area; and a new race-boat moorings to be sheltered by a wave protection structure.
ODA Chief Executive, David Higgins said: ‘Our plans for Weymouth and Portland are an excellent example of how the Games can act as a driver for wider regeneration, spreading sporting, social and economic benefits around the country.’
The contract is expected to be awarded later this year and with construction work due to start on site early next year with completion planned for the end of 2008.
Read the full Media Release
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