Jacobs (NYSE:J) has been selected to provide design services for Sound Transit's West Seattle Link Extension. This project will expand Seattle's light rail network, enhancing connectivity for residential and economic centers, and offering faster, more reliable service.

The West Seattle Link Extension will add 4.1 miles of light rail, a new bridge, tunnel and four new stations, connecting Seattle's SODO neighborhood with West Seattle's Alaska Junction neighborhood. Jacobs will lead Phase 1 design and design validation for the extension.

Expected to begin service in 2032, the West Seattle Link Extension will reduce travel times on key lines by up to 50 percent. It will also offer commuters an alternative to the West Seattle Bridge during periods of peak demand. The delivery of this piece of critical infrastructure will also be the catalyst for new development near stations, including retail opportunities and a focus on affordable housing.