Stockport utilities group makes Australian acquisition

Stockport-headquartered utilities contractor, OCU Group, has announced the acquisition of an Australian energy infrastructure specialist, Volta Energy Group.

The deal strengthens OCU’s presence in Australia and New Zealand, as well as its capabilities across energy projects from early-stage planning and advisory services, through to delivery and operational support. The deal is the latest in a string of acquisitions for OCU Group, which has its head office in Stockport on Greek Street as well as additional space at STOK in the town centre.

With offices in Melbourne and Sydney, Volta has established a strong reputation for supporting large-scale renewable energy, transmission, datacentre, and energy infrastructure projects through a combination of technical expertise, commercial insight and practical delivery experience.

Sheldon Upton, CEO of OCU Group (ANZ), said:

“Volta adds an important capability to our growing Australia & New Zealand operations. The team brings deep expertise in energy project development, commercial advisory and project delivery, complementing the construction and engineering capabilities already established within OCU. Together, we are creating a stronger proposition for clients seeking support across the entire infrastructure lifecycle.”

Ryan McKenzie, Managing Director of Volta added:

“Volta was founded on the belief that successful energy projects require a combination of technical excellence, commercial understanding and practical delivery experience. Joining OCU Group gives us access to a broader international platform while allowing us to continue supporting clients with the same specialist expertise and collaborative approach that has underpinned our growth.”