​  The steel superstructure of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha is now complete, marking a major

   milestone for the $683 million project. ​

   “We’ve started the year strong, the final two steel modules have been lifted into place at the northern end

     of the site. Each of these modules weighed around 160 tonnes, making them the heaviest of the project.

     The largest crane in the country, a 1200 tonne crawler, was required  for the task.  Installing these final 

     modules closes  out a significant phase of the project for the team. Every step of the roof installation 

    process has been complex and presented its own challenges.  It’s fantastic to look over the last fourteen

    months and recognise the work that BESIX Watpac and their subcontractors have done to make this 

    happen,” says Mr Summerfield.​

  The stadium’s façade features an artwork created by local artist Morgan Darlison.​

   “With this work underway, the final look of the stadium is starting to emerge, nearly all the

    concrete seating plats are now in place. Metalwork and handrail installation will commence

    in the coming weeks, with the  seating to follow,” says Mr Summerfield.​

    One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will have 25,000 permanent seats, with the ability to

    add 5,000 more for large sporting events. 

  “Fit-out works to all the stands are now well advanced, with a number of areas complete or nearing 

   completion, wall linings are in place and rubber flooring will soon be installed.  We have another very

   busy year ahead, with a number of challenges in front of us. But with our dedicated team continuing to hit     milestone after milestone, we remain on track and on budget for an opening in April 2026,” says Mr

   Summerfield.

​Extract from Christchurch City Council Newsline: 3rd February 2025​​​