Powerlines Group, one of Europe’s leading providers of infrastructure electrification solutions in Rail, Energy and eMobility, is proud to announce the establishment of SPL Powerlines Ireland Ltd. This strategic expansion underscores our commitment to supporting Ireland’s rapidly growing transport and energy sectors, bringing world-class expertise to both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
As part of this growth, SPL Powerlines Ireland will officially open their first office in Dublin on 4th August, positioning the organisation to deliver cutting-edge solutions across the entire island.
SPL Powerlines Ireland will offer a full suite of services including:
- Full or Partial Electrification of railways and light rail networks.
- Survey, design, engineering, construction, test, and assurance for the complete system architecture for electrification projects.
- HV and LV Power supply solutions for rail, transportation, and other industries.
- Management, planning, integration, upgrades, and maintenance of new or existing electrified systems.
- Supply of specialist plant and people focused on electrification delivery.
“We are excited to bring our proven expertise and innovation to Ireland,” said Martin Hawley, Managing Director at SPL Powerlines UK. “The opening of our Dublin office marks an important milestone in our international growth strategy and reaffirms our commitment to supporting critical infrastructure projects that will shape the future of transport and energy in Ireland.”
“I’m immensely proud to be able to announce the opening of our first office in Ireland,” said Lee Pounder, Regional Managing Director, Scotland and Ireland. “This office represents our commitment to mobilising in Ireland and is the start of our investment in people, plant and premises to help deliver the country’s ambitious aspirations around decarbonisation.”
SPL Powerlines Ireland looks forward to collaborating closely with local partners, clients, and communities to deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient infrastructure that drives progress and connects people.
About SPL Powerlines
SPL Powerlines is a leading UK overhead line electrification specialist, delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions to help shape the future of rail transport. Through innovation, safety, and sustainability, we are powering the journey to a greener and more connected network.
About Powerlines
Powerlines build future networks for rail, energy, and e-mobility. The Group implements complex overhead and transmission line construction projects for international customers and provides innovative charging infrastructure solutions. The Powerlines Group is one of Europe’s leading providers of infrastructure electrification solutions. The electrification of public transport systems is the basis of decarbonisation and thus the reduction of CO2 emissions in transport. The construction and expansion of energy transmission infrastructure is paving the way for the energy
transition. The Powerlines Group has its headquarters in Lower Austria and local subsidiaries in Central and Northern Europe. The Group employs over 1,370 people. In the 2024 financial year it generated a turnover of EUR 440 million. The Powerlines Group is an Equans France company.
About Equans and Equans France
Equans, a subsidiary of the Bouygues group, is a global leader in the energy and services sector.
In France, Equans France draws on its historic brands Ineo, Axima, and Bouygues Energies & Services and its strong local presence to support businesses, local authorities, and industries in meeting the challenges of the energy, industrial, and digital transitions.
With the ability to operate at every stage of projects’ lifecycle, Equans France brings together 35,000 employees to design, install and supply tailor-made solutions that optimize clients’ equipment and usage, enhancing infrastructure performance and energy efficiency. Its expertise spans electrical engineering, HVAC, refrigeration, fire safety, Facility Management, multi-technical maintenance, IT & Telecommunication, and digital solutions. On a global scale, Equans operates in twenty countries, with 90,000 employees across five continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Following a similar dynamic, its subsidiary Equans France achieved a turnover of 7.2 billion euros in 2024 and operates in thirty countries.
