TransGrid holds largest ever planning forum
11 August, 2010
TransGrid recently held a Planning Forum to National Electricity Market participants and interested parties on the emerging constraints of the NSW electricity transmission network.
Skills shortages loom large as risk to growth
03 August, 2010
A recent survey of 400 CEOs of Australian companies has identified skills shortages as a major challenge facing business.
NECA Tasmania Awards for 2010
03 August, 2010
The 2010 NECA Excellence and Apprentice Awards recently recognised the talent and achievements of leading electrical contractors and apprentices in Tasmania.
New college will train over 500 electrical apprentices annually
03 August, 2010
A new electrical trade college was opened recently in Western Australia to increase the number of apprentices that can be trained and brought into the electrical industry.
Standard for LED lighting control gear
29 July, 2010
A new standard for LED lighting control gear has been added to Comtest Laboratories’ Accreditation portfolio.
Harting takes legal action against Chinese copies
29 July, 2010
Electrical and electronic connector manufacturer Harting has won a court case in China over copied products.
Master Electricians Australia appoints inaugural Board
27 July, 2010
Master Electricians Australia has appointed its first Board, chaired by Trevor St Baker of ERM Power.
Energy-efficiency disclosure now compulsory
23 July, 2010 by Justin Lethlean*
New legislation requiring the disclosure of buildings’ energy ratings means the electrical industry will play an even more important role on the performance of buildings.
UK Trade Delegation highlights low-carbon as an economic revolution
22 July, 2010
A UK trade mission to Australia that recently attended Australia’s peak environment and sustainability conference, Enviro 2010, had much to offer Australian businesses in low-carbon initiatives.
Standards for the Australian smart grid
22 July, 2010
Standards Australia provides an update on its activities in the continuing development of smart grid standards for Australia.
Victorian 2010 NECA Excellence Awards
19 July, 2010
The 10 winners of Victoria’s 2010 NECA Excellence Awards have recently been announced.
New Managing Director at Olex
19 July, 2010
Olex has recently appointed Graeme Moncrieff as its new Managing Director.
NSW government review to guard against rusty underground services regulations
15 July, 2010
The NSW government is calling for feedback into a review of corrosion protection regulation.
Western Sydney high-voltage network upgrade
15 July, 2010
A $569 million high-voltage electricity grid network upgrade for Western Sydney has recently been announced.
Tyco to acquire ADC
15 July, 2010
Tyco Electronics and ADC have announced an agreement for Tyco Electronics to acquire ADC for US$1.25 billion.
