French execs fly in as City Rail Link costs soar

Summarised by Centrist

French executives are flying to New Zealand amid growing concerns over the Auckland City Rail Link’s timeline and budget. Initially projected at $2-3b, costs have surged to $5.5b, with a 50% chance of meeting the November 2025 deadline, according to an Auckland Council report. Mayor Wayne Brown expressed doubts about timely completion, despite project leaders’ confidence in a 2026 opening.