Electrical Stories

Kiwi Stories

Electrical stories

Sustainability

BRANZ releases three updated guides

Updated guidance now covers energy efficiency, photovoltaics and greywater reuse for New Zealand’s building trade.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 28th May 2017

Microsoft

Australian distributor Madison Technologies sets up NZ operations

Australian cabling, connectivity, broadcast and AV distributor Madison Technologies has established a local sales and distribution hub.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017

Global Stories

Electrical stories

Quantum Computing

Archer achieves milestone in quantum transistor control & readout

Archer has achieved electrical control and readout of its quantum single electron transistors, advancing towards a working carbon-based quantum qubit.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Legrand finalises transformative acquisition of ZPE Systems

Legrand's acquisition of ZPE Systems finalises, enhancing their data centre solutions and potentially revolutionising operations with the addition of high-performance automation services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024

Unified Communications

Ryan Perera joins Infinera as SVP of APAC Sales

Infinera hires telecom industry veteran Ryan Perera as Senior VP of APAC Sales to drive faster-than-market growth across the region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2023

Software-as-a-Service

Siemens launches cloud-native electrical design SaaS solution

Siemens launches cloud-native electrical design software as a service for individual designers and small teams, aiming to provide a cost-effective solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2022

DevOps

Optic Security appoints Glenn Shaw as South Australia State Manager

Optic Security Group has appointed Glenn Shaw as South Australia State Manager and Warren Hillier as Regional Account Manager (Defence).

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Oct 2022

Data Analytics

Up to $2.4 million shortfall in the collapse of IndeServe

Networking service provider IndeServe has appointed liquidators, with a potential shortfall of between $1 million and $2.4 million.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2022

Data Analytics

Longstanding Kiwi field service contractor Indeserve in liquidation

IndeServe, a longstanding local service contractor that has worked with companies including IBM, Fujitsu and Datacom, has voluntarily filed for liquidation.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2022

DataCentre infrastructure

Electrical distribution safety & reliability: Get it right from the start

Electrical distribution systems are found supplying power in all sorts of factories, data centers, hospitals, and large commercial complexes.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

Disaster Recovery

Eaton continues Asia expansion with new Singapore office

Eaton strengthens its footprint in Asia with a new Singapore office, housing 200 employees and adding a customer experience centre to boost local innovation.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Electrical stories

Electrical

Anker SOLIX unveils Everfrost 2 electric coolers in Australia

Anker SOLIX launches Everfrost 2 electric coolers in Australia, offering ice-free cooling for up to 4.3 days with smart features and dual-zone options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Data Analytics

Gridsight secures $7.5m to drive global energy shift

Gridsight has secured $7.5 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-powered software, aiding energy operators in navigating Australia's energy transition.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025

Unified Communications

ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution

ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Financial Systems

Mark Bartels appointed CEO of Fergus to drive growth

Fergus, an Australian trade industry software leader, names Mark Bartels CEO, starting 5 August 2024. Bartels aims to drive growth and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024

Clean technologies

First all-electric powerboat makes its debut in Sydney Harbour

Candela's C-8 all-electric powerboat debuts in Sydney, heralding a new era in sustainable marine technology with speeds of up to 30 knots and a 57-nautical mile range.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Building materials

IWD 2024: Women at Reddie & Grose inspire new generation

For International Women's Day, Reddie and Grose's female professionals aim to motivate future scientists by sharing their experiences in the often male-dominated sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024