Latest Utilities Sector News

Credit Clear Limited has agreed to acquire UK debt collector ARC Europe for A$10.9 million, backed by a $20.75 million institutional placement led by Chair Paul Dwyer. The deal aims to accelerate growth by integrating Credit Clear’s digital platform into ARC’s established UK operations.

X2M Connect has secured a significant contract to digitise water meters for 6,750 Seoul households, marking a key step in the city's ambitious A$240 million smart metering initiative.

Mercury NZ Limited confirms the share allotment price for its Dividend Reinvestment Plan and details its upcoming dividend payment scheduled for 30 September 2025.

Duxton Water Limited has declared its 17th consecutive dividend increase at 3.72 cents per share, fully franked, while removing the discount on its Dividend Reinvestment Plan following a major debt repayment.

Meridian Energy posted a significant net loss for FY25 due to severe droughts and gas shortages but pushed ahead with renewable investments and maintained shareholder dividends.

Symal Group has outperformed its FY25 earnings forecasts, driven by strong project margins and strategic acquisitions, setting a robust foundation for FY26 growth.

X2M Connect has successfully completed an oversubscribed capital raise, securing $5.4 million to strengthen its balance sheet and accelerate growth across Asia and the Middle East.

Vysarn Limited reported a robust 40% increase in revenue to $106.5 million for FY2025, driven by key acquisitions and national expansion. The company’s profit after tax rose 34%, underscoring its growing footprint in Australia’s water infrastructure sector.

Symal Group is set to acquire Locale Civil for up to $35 million, securing a $230 million civil works contract and enhancing its earnings from the first year. This move strategically expands Symal’s footprint in Australia’s utilities infrastructure sector.

Service Stream Limited reported solid FY25 results highlighted by double-digit profit growth, a strengthened balance sheet, and a significant increase in contracted works, setting the stage for continued momentum in FY26.

X2M Connect Limited has completed a $309,000 entitlement offer by issuing 23.76 million new shares and options, while a substantial shortfall of nearly 127 million shares remains available for placement.

AML3D has successfully commissioned its ARCEMY X system at the Tennessee Valley Authority, marking a significant milestone in its US expansion beyond defence into the energy sector.