Latest Electrical Infrastructure News

Vulcan Energy has appointed ABB as the main electrical contractor for its flagship Lionheart lithium project, marking a significant step towards financing and construction. The €46 million fixed-price contract covers comprehensive electrical infrastructure for a facility set to produce enough lithium for 500,000 electric vehicles annually.

Caravel Minerals has released an updated strategic mine plan for its Western Australian copper project, confirming a robust 25+ year operation with improved ore grades and deferred capital expenditure. The plan prioritises conventional diesel mining and optimised pit sequencing to reduce risk and enhance early cash flow.

Mayfield Group Holdings has landed a pivotal $20 million contract for the Brigalow Gas Peaking Plant in Queensland, pushing its FY26 contract awards to $37 million and reinforcing its role in Australia's energy transition.

Sparc Technologies reported a narrower FY25 loss alongside progress in green hydrogen and graphene additive projects, supported by government grants and a successful capital raise.

Duratec Limited reported a record FY25 with revenue climbing to $573 million and EBITDA up 11.3%, driven by strong growth in Energy and Emerging sectors despite softer Defence and Mining results.

IPD Group Limited has reported record revenue and profit for the year ended 30 June 2025, driven by growth in key infrastructure sectors despite commercial construction headwinds. The company also declared a fully franked final dividend and significantly reduced its debt.

Renascor Resources has achieved provisional development approval for its commercial-scale Battery Anode Material manufacturing facility, alongside significant progress in graphite production and exploration activities. The company maintains a robust cash position of A$105 million as it advances its vertically integrated graphite project.

Antilles Gold has taken a major step forward in developing its Nueva Sabana copper-gold mine by signing a non-binding Letter of Intent with Chinese firm Xinhai for a $26 million EPC contract and $16 million in project financing. The agreement also includes a strategic $4.1 million share placement, signaling deeper collaboration and governance involvement.

GenusPlus Group has secured a significant maintenance and upgrade contract with Western Power, expected to generate around $65 million in revenue for FY2026, reinforcing its role in Western Australia's electricity infrastructure.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering’s Heyday subsidiary has landed over $70 million in new project awards, including critical infrastructure works at Western Sydney Airport and a major Sydney data centre.

Mayfield Group Holdings has agreed to acquire BE Switchcraft for $7 million, enhancing its manufacturing footprint and product range in energy management and automation. The deal positions Mayfield as a stronger player in Australia's electrical infrastructure market.

SKS Technologies has been awarded a $100 million contract to fit out electrical infrastructure for a new data centre building in Melbourne, marking a significant boost to its project pipeline and work on hand.