UGL has been awarded further work with Western Power – the State Government-owned corporation responsible for Western Australia’s main electricity network – as it readies for large-scale renewable energy generation as part of the WA Government funded Clean Energy Link- North project.
At the Three Springs Terminal, 300km from Perth, UGL will provide engineering, procurement and construction services including preparing the terminal to receive renewable energy connections and designing and installing transmission and electrical substation equipment.
At Neerabup Terminal, 35km from Perth, UGL will undertake transmission line modification works and facilitate connection to the Neerabup Substation, where UGL is already delivering substation extensions.
The work will generate revenue to UGL of $114 million.
CIMIC Group Executive Chairman Juan Santamaría said: “Our work with Western Power is contributing to the transformation of the electricity network to support large-scale renewable energy and enable a secure, clean energy future for Western Australia.”
UGL Managing Director Doug Moss said: “UGL has delivered numerous renewable energy assets and installed more than 7,000km of transmission infrastructure across Australia – expertise we’re pleased to bring to Western Australia’s electricity network transformation. We’ll deliver a safe and quality outcome and provide opportunities for local businesses.”
Western Power Chief Executive Officer Sam Barbaro said: “Western Power has undertaken extensive scoping and planning for this project, and these contracts will lay the groundwork for the next five years. We look forward to working with UGL as they help us deliver the critical infrastructure needed to continue the transition of the network to cater for renewable energy growth towards net-zero.”
Work will commence this year and be completed in 2027.