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AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has been selected as a Design Development Partner for Sydney Water, Australia's largest water utility, to support the delivery of a major capital investment program over the next decade. The program aims to enhance climate resilience, support Sydney's growth, and upgrade aging infrastructure.

As Design Development Partner, AECOM will provide engineering design services to develop preferred options and concept designs across various asset classes, including pipes, pumps, reservoirs, treatment plants, and facilities. The program aligns with the New South Wales Government's vision for Greater Sydney through 2050.

Sydney Water serves 5.3 million customers across Greater Sydney, including the Blue Mountains and Illawarra. AECOM has previously collaborated with Sydney Water on key projects, including the Sydney Desalination Plant, Rouse Hill water recycling plant upgrades, and the Western Sydney Regional Master Plan.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has been selected in a joint venture with AtkinsRéalis by Hong Kong's Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) to deliver Package 3 of the First Phase Development of the New Territories North – San Tin / Lok Ma Chau Development Node. This project is part of the Northern Metropolis, a major development that will support 2.5 million people.

The joint venture will provide comprehensive services for the 190-hectare development, including design, tender and construction supervision, site formation, infrastructure works, and environmental monitoring. The project, targeted for completion in 2038, will support innovation and technology industry, housing, and commercial spaces.

AECOM will lead the development of a unified digital twin platform for the San Tin Technopole project. The company is also involved in Package 1 (250-hectare portion) and the Investigation Study for Sam Po Shue Wetland Conservation Park (348-hectare site).

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the ninth time overall and fifth consecutive year in 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights the company's commitment to ethical business practices and integrity in operations.

The company achieved notable milestones in its Ethics & Compliance program, including 100% completion of annual Code of Conduct training for global employees in 2024. The comprehensive program focuses on preventing, detecting, and resolving ethical issues while ensuring proper communication of lessons learned.

The assessment process required AECOM to provide over 240 proof points on various aspects, including:

• Ethics and compliance practices
• Governance
• Culture of ethics
• Environmental and social impact
• Value chain initiatives

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has announced a quarterly cash dividend declaration by its Board of Directors. The company will pay $0.26 per share to stockholders as part of its ongoing quarterly dividend program. Shareholders who are on record by the close of business on April 2, 2025 will receive the dividend payment on April 17, 2025.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) reported strong Q1 fiscal 2025 results with notable growth across key metrics. Net service revenue increased 5.5% to $1,801 million, while operating income grew 46% to $237 million. The company achieved record first-quarter margins, with segment operating margin reaching 15.4% (+40 bps) and EBITDA margin at 15.6% (+20 bps).

Earnings per share rose significantly, with adjusted EPS increasing 25% to $1.31. Total backlog reached a record $23,877 million, up 4%, maintaining a book-to-burn ratio above 1.0x for the 17th consecutive quarter. Free cash flow increased 28% to $111 million.

Based on strong performance, AECOM raised its fiscal 2025 guidance, projecting organic NSR growth of 5-8%, adjusted EBITDA of $1,175-1,210 million, and adjusted EPS of $5.05-5.20, representing a 13% increase at the mid-point.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has achieved the No. 1 ranking on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list in its industry, marking its eleventh consecutive year on the list. The company has reached significant milestones in fiscal 2024 through its Think and Act Globally strategy, including:

• Gaining the top position as design firm across key markets: water, transportation, environment, and facilities
• Launching a new Water and Environment Advisory global business line
• Achieving record employee satisfaction scores and low attrition
• Setting financial performance records in net service revenue, margins, earnings, and cash flow
• Advancing digital strategy implementation, including AI integration to enhance service delivery and efficiency

The ranking was determined through Fortune's collaboration with Korn Ferry, where executives, directors, and analysts rated companies on nine criteria, including investment value, talent management, innovation, and product quality.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has announced its schedule for releasing first quarter fiscal 2025 earnings results. The company will release its financial results after U.S. market hours on February 3, 2025. A conference call and webcast with analysts and investors will follow on February 4, 2025, at 8 a.m. Eastern Time / 7 a.m. Central Time.

During the conference call, management will discuss financial results, outlook, strategic accomplishments, and market trends. The webcast and replay will be accessible at investors.aecom.com. Participants can join the conference call directly by dialing 800-599-5188 (U.S.) or 646-307-1591 (international) with passcode 7295287.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) and STV have formed a joint venture selected by Amtrak to manage the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project, a critical component of the Gateway Program. The project involves replacing three bridges along a 1.9-mile corridor in Kearny, N.J., between Newark Penn Station and Secaucus Junction. The existing bridges, built in 1907, currently support over 400 daily trains but limit speeds to 60 mph due to structural deficiencies.

The joint venture will oversee design coordination and manage interactions with railroads, utilities, and third parties using a multi-phased alternative delivery approach. The project aims to improve rail connectivity and double passenger train capacity on the Northeast Corridor's most congested section. This initiative is part of several federally funded megaprojects along the Northeast Corridor where AECOM is involved.

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) has announced significant success in securing UK Water sector contracts for Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8). The company maintained a 100% win rate on recompete contracts, with framework values more than doubling compared to AMP7. The AMP8 regulatory framework, running from 2025 to 2030, encompasses approximately £104 billion, representing a 77% increase from AMP7.

Recent victories include major professional service frameworks for Thames Water and Southern Water, including support for Southern Water's $4.8 billion capital delivery program. The AMP8 program will focus on reliability, sustainability, and digitalization improvements for water infrastructure in England and Wales. AECOM, ranked as the No. 1 Water design firm by Engineering News-Record, achieved maximum quality scores in tender submissions.