Transurban Group posts April traffic gains as West Gate Tunnel ramps up

The Transurban Group (ASX: TCL) share price is in focus after the company revealed April traffic improvements, with Melbourne traffic up 1.6% and commercial vehicle traffic in Australia rising 10.8%.

What did Transurban Group report?

• Melbourne April traffic grew by 1.6%, supported by the West Gate Tunnel project
• Brisbane April traffic increased by 0.7%
• Sydney April traffic declined by 1.2%, impacted by holidays and construction activity
• Australian commercial vehicle traffic rose 10.8% overall (4.4% excluding West Gate Tunnel)
• North America quarterly average toll prices surged 14.6% on 95 Express Lanes and 36.0% on 495 Express Lanes
• $1.210 billion of WestConnex debt successfully refinanced, extending debt maturity

What else do investors need to know?

The West Gate Tunnel project continues to deliver benefits for Melbourne, with time and fuel savings reported for heavy vehicles and a substantial reduction in truck traffic on local streets. Around 63% of tunnel traffic is made up of large vehicles, underlining the asset’s importance to freight operators.

Transurban noted early April traffic trends appeared to be stabilising after earlier weakness linked to the broader geopolitical and macroeconomic environment. Management is keeping a close eye on external conditions but highlights the resilience of its toll road portfolio, with over 90% of revenue CPI-linked or escalated.

During the period, the Group also refinanced WestConnex debt, helping to strengthen liquidity and the overall balance sheet.

What’s next for Transurban Group?

Transurban says it will continue to monitor the evolving geopolitical and economic landscape but is confident in the fundamentals of its urban toll road network. The company remains focused on disciplined balance sheet management and delivering value for customers through its city-focused infrastructure portfolio.

The West Gate Tunnel is expected to continue ramping up, especially among car users over time. Transurban will keep updating investors on project progress and any impacts arising from macroeconomic developments.

Transurban Group share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Transurban shares have declined 3%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which have risen 7% over the same period.

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