Downer’s Energy & Utilities business has announced it had been awarded a further three-year extension to its gas services contract with AusNet Services (AusNet), valued at ~ $200 million.

The extension will see Downer continue to provide operations, maintenance, asset replacement, capital works and meter reading services across AusNet’s entire gas distribution network.

Downer’s CEO, Peter Tompkins, said the extension was testament to Downer’s outstanding performance on AusNet’s gas network for more than two decades.

“Downer has a strong and long-standing relationship with AusNet, having managed their gas distribution network since 2013,” Peter said.

“This extension demonstrates our ability to deliver best-in-class solutions for our customers with a focus on safety, efficiency and reliability. Whether it is planned work, unplanned fault repairs, meter services, new connections or mains replacements, Downer’s 24/7 operations ensure we effectively manage and maintain AusNet’s network, serving more than 790,000 end-customers.”

EGM Industrial & Power Generation, Murray Richards, also congratulated the Domestic Gas team and acknowledged the hard work that went into securing this extension.

“From new customer connections to system augmentation and critical emergency response, Downer has one of the most experienced gas-trained workforces in Australia. Downer has one of the most experienced gas-trained workforces in Australia.

“I look forward to continuing to strengthen our relationship with the AusNet team as we continue to safely and reliable connect their customers to Victoria’s gas network and help enable communities to thrive,” Murray said.

The contract extension commences in April 2026, and following the completion of the current contract term.