OREANDA-NEWS.  KBR, Inc. ( NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a reimbursable rates contract to deliver long-term project management services including site operations management, contract management and materials tracking for the proposed Hinkley Point C nuclear power station with EDF Energy. This follows a comprehensive procurement process and demonstrates KBR's substantial large scale project capability.

To support the construction work at the West Somerset site, substantial activity will also take place at the major project offices in Paris, Bristol and Bridgwater.

KBR has been selected to provide site operations services and contract management support of the equipment supply chain involving over 100 international suppliers and contractors.

"The announcement is a testament to KBR's capability and track record in delivering large-scale projects and represents a key stepping stone in line with our strategy to secure long-term enduring contracts and to grow our business stream in the UK," said Stuart Bradie, KBR President and CEO. "We look forward to a long and successful relationship with EDF Energy and playing our part in the effective delivery of Hinkley Point C."

This is a framework-type contract and expected revenue will be booked into backlog upon receipt of each awarded task order.

About KBR, Inc.

KBR, Inc. is a global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries, employing approximately 25,800 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries across three distinct global businesses:

  • Technology & Consulting, including proprietary technology in refining, ethylene, ammonia and fertilizers, and gasification; and niche consulting and know-how through subsidiaries Granherne, Energo and GVA
  • Engineering & Construction, including Offshore Oil & Gas; Onshore Oil & Gas; LNG/GTL; Refining; Petrochemicals; Chemicals; differentiated EPC, and Industrial Services
  • Government Services, incorporating KBRwyle, includes capabilities that span the full spectrum of government mission requirements including research and development, testing, engineering, logistics, deployed operations, and life-cycle sustainment.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added consulting services, integrated EPC delivery and Long Term Industrial Services to ensure consistent project delivery with predictable results. At KBR, we deliver.