Industry News
Voltage collapse the cause of SA blackout
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has updated its preliminary findings into the cause of the South Australian power system failure during a recent severe weather event. [ + ]
New appointments at Eaton
Eaton has announced the appointment of three new senior executive roles to support the company's strategic growth and new business momentum across Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
NECA's Alternative Pathways Project well underway
In response to the government's 'Australian Apprenticeship Program - Alternative Delivery Pilots', the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has developed the NECA 'Electrical Innovative Delivery and Pathways Project', which is referred to as the Alternative Pathways Project (APP). [ + ]
nbn says new deals a sign of progress
nbn has signed two four-year Design and Construction Master Agreements (DCMA) to cover new housing developments and fibre links. Following a competitive multistage tender process, existing Multi-technology Integrated Master Agreement (MIMA) partners Fulton Hogan and Visionstream emerged victorious. [ + ]
New app cuts contractor red tape
A new mobile app designed to help electrical contractors cut through red tape has been released thanks to a partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) and start-up incubator BlueChilli. [ + ]
FG II Ford Falcon utility vehicle safety issue
Owners of Ford Falcon FGII utility vehicles are advised that issues with the vehicle's rear axle housing mean that the weld may crack and cause an oil leak. [ + ]
Panasonic and Schneider Electric partner in energy management
Panasonic and Schneider Electric have partnered to develop an integrated HVAC equipment and building management solution for maximum energy efficiency in commercial buildings. [ + ]
A sign of things to come
Telogis and Nissan Europe have partnered to offer next-generation connected vehicle technologies and services to Nissan commercial customers in Europe. (It is not known at this time when the agreement will flow through to Australian vehicles and fleets.) [ + ]
General Cable confirms closure date
General Cable Corporation has confirmed the closure date of its remaining Australian operations. From 25 November, all sales will be managed from regional headquarters in New Zealand. [ + ]
Toyota Hiace rear glass safety issue
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is advising drivers of Toyota Hiace long wheel base vans that there may be issues with the vehicle's rear window. [ + ]
$100m in asset finance made available to businesses
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) and Commonwealth Bank have launched a $100 million Energy Efficient Equipment Finance program to provide Australian businesses with lower cost finance for a wide range of assets that meet certain energy efficiency standards. [ + ]
Technology awards winners announced
The Australian Technologies Competition (ATC) recognises Australia's best technology companies and offers a bespoke accelerator program, whereby it assesses, mentors, profiles and promotes innovative and emerging technologies seen as having the greatest global potential. [ + ]
Lots to be learned from catastrophic energy failure
A preliminary report by the operator of the power network makes it clear that the huge electricity pylons which were taken out by the storm triggered a sequence of extraordinary events that led to the state-wide blackout in South Australia, the Clean Energy Council has said. [ + ]
simPRO secures capital to fund aggressive growth strategy
Local cloud technology group simPRO Software has secured $40 million in capital from New York-based equity firm Level Equity, in order to support an aggressive expansion strategy. [ + ]
Grid integration could save billions
Unlocking the benefits of new energy technology could lead to a 30% reduction in the network component of electricity bills by 2050 and a fairer, more efficient energy system. [ + ]
