Parsons Corporation to manage Austin airport expansion

Published 03/06/2025, 11:38
Parsons Corporation to manage Austin airport expansion

CHANTILLY, Va. - Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN), a $6.77 billion market cap infrastructure technology company whose shares have declined 33% over the past six months, has been selected as one of the seven lead consultants to support the City of Austin’s airport expansion project, known as the Journey With AUS. The initiative aims to modernize and develop the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) over a five to seven-year period.

The company will provide program management services to supplement the City’s Department of Aviation staff, offering expertise in program, project, and construction management. This collaboration is intended to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of projects as part of the Rolling Capital Improvement Program for AUS. According to InvestingPro data, Parsons maintains a GOOD financial health score and has demonstrated strong revenue growth of 16.61% over the last twelve months.

Sean Tenney, Texas regional manager for Parsons’ Infrastructure North America division, stated, "We have served as a trusted partner in Texas for over 60 years and are honored to continue supporting Austin’s growth and development."

The expansion includes broad enhancements such as the expansion of the Barbara Jordan Terminal, new facilities, infrastructure improvements, upgraded parking and ground transportation, sustainability initiatives, technology upgrades, and commercial development. These efforts are designed to increase airport capacity, improve operational efficiency, and enrich the passenger experience with a touch of local Austin and Central Texas culture.

Parsons, a company with a history of working on over 450 airports in 40 countries, brings extensive experience to the project. They are well-versed in global agency standards set by entities such as the Federal Aviation Administration, the International Civil Aviation Organization, and the International Air Transport Association.

The Journey With AUS program is part of Parsons’ broader portfolio in the national security and global infrastructure markets, where it provides technology services across various sectors including cyber and intelligence, space and missile defense, and environmental remediation.

This news is based on a press release statement from Parsons Corporation. The forward-looking statements in the press release reflect current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with analysts maintaining positive forecasts for the company’s profitability this year. For deeper insights into Parsons and 1,400+ other stocks, including comprehensive Fair Value analysis and expert research reports, consider exploring InvestingPro’s extensive financial tools and metrics.

In other recent news, Parsons Corporation has revised its 2025 financial guidance due to uncertainties surrounding a confidential contract with the Department of State. The company now anticipates total revenue to be between $6.45 billion and $6.65 billion, down from the previous estimate of $7 billion to $7.5 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is also expected to decrease, with new projections ranging from $590 million to $630 million. Additionally, Parsons has secured 30 projects in Qatar valued at up to $97 billion, contributing to its growth and supporting American employment. In Saudi Arabia, Parsons has been awarded contracts for the development of the King Salman International Airport in Riyadh, covering both airfield assets and landside infrastructure. Meanwhile, Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu downgraded Parsons’ stock rating from Buy to Hold, reducing the price target to $65 from $75, citing challenges with the unwinding of a confidential program contract. The broader tech sector, including Parsons, faces scrutiny from the U.S. government as part of a strategy to reduce federal contract spending, which could introduce additional challenges. These developments highlight Parsons’ ongoing adjustments and strategic moves in a dynamic market environment.

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