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Unison delivers strong performance for 2021/22, declaring $15.8 million dividend

28 July 2022

Electricity distributor Unison Networks is realising the benefits of forward planning and preparation for a new energy future, declaring a $15.8 million final dividend for its shareholders, the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust. The Trust holds all the shares in Unison on behalf of consumers connected to its electricity network in Hawke’s Bay.

BCG Consultancy Group study – roadmap for a low carbon energy future

21 July 2022

An independent study to provide a constructive whole of electricity sector view on how best to decarbonise Aotearoa’s economy has been commissioned.

Unison Win Low-Carbon Future Award at New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards

30 June 2022

Unison Networks is proud to be named the winner of the Low-Carbon Future Award at last night’s New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards, for its pioneering sustainability work on the recently operational Windsor Substation.

Unison celebrates local stars and loved ones this Matariki

21 June 2022

This month Unison, and the rest of Aotearoa, will celebrate Matariki, which marks the start of the Māori New Year.

Unison extends contract to deliver network renewal programme for Aurora Energy

20 June 2022

Unison Contracting Services Limited (UCSL) has extended its multi-year Field Services Agreement (FSA) with Dunedin based lines company Aurora Energy, to continue to help deliver Aurora Energy’s network programme.

Unison’s Greatest Supporter programme returns for another year

5 May 2022

Unison Networks is kicking off its 14th year of supporting junior sport across its regions.

Unison Shortlisted at National Awards for Industry First Sustainable Energy Design

4 May 2022

Unison Networks has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards, for its pioneering sustainability work on the newly operational Windsor Substation.

Acquisition of PBA Significant to the Growth of Unison Group

28 March 2022

Unison announced today that it has acquired high-voltage electrical contracting industry leader PBA Limited, including its subsidiaries PBA Consulting and PBA Australia.

A Decade of Opportunity: Unison Celebrates Ten Years at its Centre of Excellence

10 February 2022

The future is looking bright for twelve new Unison trainee line mechanics who strapped on their boots for the first time last week, to commence study at Unison’s Centre of Excellence.

Lindisfarne and Napier Girls take out 2021 Unison Secondary Schools Competitions

23 September 2021

Lindisfarne College and Napier Girls’ High School are celebrating their place as Hawke’s Bay 2021 secondary school rugby and netball champions following the Unison Shield (HB Rugby) and Unison Super 12 finals (HB Netball) this week.

Unison Commencing 3D Aerial Network Survey

21 September 2021

Unison Networks is launching a comprehensive aerial helicopter survey of its full electricity network this month, using state-of-the-art technology - LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging).

Unison declares a $15.8 million dividend for 2020/21

22 July 2021

Unison Networks has delivered a strong performance for its customers declaring a $15.8 million final dividend for its shareholders, the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust.

Backing the transition to a thriving low carbon economy

1 June 2021

Unison is proud to stand together with industry peers and affirm our commitment to working collaboratively with stakeholders and Government in the development of a shared national energy strategy for Aotearoa New Zealand.

Unison kit bags kick off a sustainable journey

15 April 2021

Unison Networks has introduced a more sustainable approach to its Greatest Supporter kit to minimise impact on the environment, as part of its refreshed vision to lead a sustainable energy future.

Windsor substation upgrade leads Unison’s journey to a sustainable future

23 March 2021

In a move towards its vision of leading a sustainable energy future, Unison Networks has commenced a sustainable zone substation design with the replacement of the 11kV switchboard at Windsor Zone substation.

Power restored to majority of Napier residents

11 November 2020

Unison crews have restored power to most Napier customers impacted by the weather event on Monday.

Some Napier residents to prepare for second night without power

10 November 2020

Unison crews have worked hard throughout the day to reconnect customers following the flooding in Napier yesterday, however some areas need to be prepared to face a further night without power.

Concerted effort by crews sees most Napier customers restored but challenging conditions for final few hundred

10 November 2020

Unison crews have worked hard this morning to reconnect customers who lost power following the flooding in Napier yesterday.

Storm causes widespread power outages in Napier

10 November 2020

Unison networks is currently experiencing widespread outages across Napier as wild weather wreaks havoc on the network.

Unison Engineering Scholarship sparks bright future for young locals

12 October 2020

Unison Networks is delighted to be offering an Engineering Scholarship to the value of $10,000 per year of study to one lucky student.

Unison increases portfolio of subsidiaries and declares a $32.0 million profit for 2019/20

28 July 2020

Unison Networks has delivered a strong financial performance declaring a $15.8 million final dividend for its shareholders, the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust.

Unison is closely monitoring weather reports; asks for patience with restoration times during COVID-19

9 April 2020

Unison Networks is advising customers to be prepared for power outages, as MetService New Zealand forecasts bad weather towards the end of Easter weekend.

Unison announces 10% price decrease for electricity distribution charges

3 April 2020

Electricity distributor, Unison Networks, today announced a decrease of 10% in its network line charges, across Hawke’s Bay, Rotorua and Taupo to take effect from 1 April 2020.

Keeping the lights on: Unison’s response during COVID-19

23 March 2020

As an essential infrastructure provider for our customers and communities, Unison is focused on ensuring the power is kept on at all times as part of its response to COVID-19.

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For media enquiries, please email [email protected]

Unison delivers strong performance for 2021/22, declaring $15.8 million dividend

BCG Consultancy Group study – roadmap for a low carbon energy future

Unison Win Low-Carbon Future Award at New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards

Unison celebrates local stars and loved ones this Matariki

Unison extends contract to deliver network renewal programme for Aurora Energy

Unison’s Greatest Supporter programme returns for another year

Unison Shortlisted at National Awards for Industry First Sustainable Energy Design

Acquisition of PBA Significant to the Growth of Unison Group

A Decade of Opportunity: Unison Celebrates Ten Years at its Centre of Excellence

Lindisfarne and Napier Girls take out 2021 Unison Secondary Schools Competitions

Unison Commencing 3D Aerial Network Survey

Unison declares a $15.8 million dividend for 2020/21

Backing the transition to a thriving low carbon economy

Unison kit bags kick off a sustainable journey

Windsor substation upgrade leads Unison’s journey to a sustainable future

Power restored to majority of Napier residents

Some Napier residents to prepare for second night without power

Concerted effort by crews sees most Napier customers restored but challenging conditions for final few hundred

Storm causes widespread power outages in Napier

Unison Engineering Scholarship sparks bright future for young locals

Unison increases portfolio of subsidiaries and declares a $32.0 million profit for 2019/20

Unison is closely monitoring weather reports; asks for patience with restoration times during COVID-19

Unison announces 10% price decrease for electricity distribution charges

Keeping the lights on: Unison’s response during COVID-19

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