ABB announces growth plans and financial targets
11 September, 2014ABB plans to shift its 'centre of gravity' towards higher growth segments while enhancing competitiveness and lowering risk, particularly in its Power Systems division.
New apprenticeship network to cut red tape
08 September, 2014The federal government has launched a new Australian Apprenticeship Support Network in a bid to cut red tape and lift apprenticeship completion rates, which currently stand at around 50%.
Lighting Council CEO appointed Secretary General of Global Lighting Association
04 September, 2014Bryan Douglas, the CEO of Lighting Council Australia, has been appointed Secretary General of the Global Lighting Association.
4Cabling acquired by private equity group
24 July, 20144Cabling, a direct-to-consumer manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of cabling and IT management accessories, has been acquired by private equity company Gernis Holdings.
Madison Technologies signs distribution deal with 3M
22 July, 2014Madison Technologies has signed a distribution deal with 3M Communication Markets Division.
Clipsal launches consumer campaign
14 July, 2014Clipsal by Schneider Electric has launched a consumer marketing campaign - Life Is On - targeting home builders and renovators.
ABB to supply LV switchgear and MCCs to Shell
08 July, 2014ABB has signed a five-year agreement with Shell to become its global single-source supplier of low-voltage switchgear, motor control centres and related services.
Natcore takes steps to form solar JV in Australia
08 July, 2014Having signed a MoU in September 2013, Australian group Denzo and Natcore Technology have begun planning for Natcore Australia, a joint venture that would produce solar cells and solar panels in Australia, with Australia as the headquarters for this activity.
Recall insurance could be your umbrella on a rainy day
01 July, 2014 by Malcolm Richards, CEOAs many electrical contractors are aware, our industry has experienced a number of alarming product recalls of late. These include the recent Avanco brand DC isolators and the Infinity brand cable recalls.
NECA partners with LJ Hooker
17 June, 2014NECA has just signed up to be a Knowledge Partner in the LJ Hooker-led Liveability initiative.
NBN renews installation contract
12 June, 2014NBN Co has renewed a key contract with Service Stream for the connection of homes and businesses to high-speed broadband.
NBN Co appoints new CFO
04 June, 2014NBN Co has appointed Stephen Rue to the position of chief financial officer.
Jobs go as electrical contractor slips into administration
04 June, 2014Electrical contractor Pacific Services Group has slipped into administration, leaving hundreds of contractors across Australia jobless.
Forum Group acquires powerPerfector Australia
20 May, 2014Forum Group has acquired energy and power optimiser powerPerfector Australia.
Bosch signs distribution deal with Q Security Systems
12 May, 2014Bosch has announced that effective from 26 May 2014, Q Security Systems will be a Bosch Security Distribution Partner.
