UGL Installs 270MW/540MWh Battery System for Neoens Western Downs Green Power Hub in Australia

CIMIC Group's UGL, a specialist end-to-end engineering and services provider, has played a crucial role in supporting the installation of a 270MW/540MWh battery system for Neoen, an independent renewable energy producer. This installation, which includes associated high voltage infrastructure, is the first stage of the Western Downs Green Power Hub, located around 250km west of Brisbane, Australia. The hub is currently undergoing an expansion with UGL's assistance in delivering stage two of the project, which was announced in August 2024. With greater capacity, the Western Downs Battery will play an even more crucial role in Queensland's rapidly accelerating energy transition as the state strives to reach 80% renewable energy by 2035. The second stage of the project involves constructing an additional 270MW/540MWh battery and the necessary high-voltage infrastructure to integrate it into the grid. The new battery will consist of 140 Tesla Megapack 2XL units and is slated to commence operations in 2026. Once completed, the Western Downs Battery will offer a combined capacity of 540MW/1,080MWh and operate in conjunction with Neoen's 460MWp solar farm at the same location. This integration will enable stored energy to be efficiently transmitted into the electricity network, enhancing the overall reliability and sustainability of the power supply. The project is a significant step towards achieving Queensland's renewable energy goals and demonstrates the importance of large-scale battery storage in supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future. In a separate development, CIMIC subsidiary Leighton Asia has recently secured a contract for the construction of Elan The Emperor, a luxury residential project in Gurugram, India. Construction work is scheduled to start in September 2025 and be completed by 2030. This project highlights CIMIC Group's ability to deliver high-quality construction projects across different regions and industries. It is important to note that the information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied, as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.