Kieran Habojan

The launch of Data Centres Australia is an important step in Australia’s ability to compete in the global AI economy. Congrat’s to Belinda Dennett and Tim Marshall on co-founding the peak body to represent the unique needs of data centres and digital infrastructure in the AI era. Artificial intelligence is driving the fastest build out of digital infrastructure in history. The countries that can deliver compute and power at speed and scale are securing the future of job’s in the AI era. Those that cannot will fall behind. Data Centres Australia gives the country something it has not had before. A national expert peak body that integrates planning, land, power, water and skills. A single evidence based point of engagement for governments. A mechanism to modernise at the pace the world now requires. This work will define the next decade. The five pillars that guide our sector: speed, scale, sovereignty, sustainability and security must shape the national blueprint for AI era infrastructure. Thanks to the G5: AirTrunk, Amazon Web Services (AWS), CDC, Microsoft & NEXTDC teams who have worked together collaboratively as an alliance over the past 2 years on many important education initiatives to help engagement with communities and government on digital infrastructure. This takes that work and makes it a platform for the entire industry to grow jobs and competitive advantage for Australia. If you share the ambition to position Australia as a leader in critical digital infrastructure, support Data Centres Australia and join the conversation. Paul Smith The Australian Financial Review story here: https://lnkd.in/gHpNdh9g #ai #digitalinfrastructure #dca

As 6G networks move from vision to reality, the security and privacy landscape is evolving fast.⏩ CSIRO’s latest report 📑“Security and Privacy in 6G Mobile”, explores the key risks and suggested solutions to navigate the transition from 5G to 6G networks. By integrating security and privacy into the design and deployment of future networks, and by promoting collaboration among government, academia, and industry, Australia can shape a resilient and secure 🔐digital future.   CSIRO's Data61 team identified ten areas for industry to consider, including exploration, investment, or collaboration:   - Monitoring Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) risk (sensitivity and likelihood) and supporting positive use cases - Testing potential weaknesses in Access and Mobility Function (AMF) and User Plane Function (UPF) - Expanding the use of fuzz testing - Preparing for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) - Exploring dynamic threat mitigation frameworks - Enhancing software supply chain transparency, safety, and verifiability - Leveraging automated standards compliance tools - Applying quantified risk frameworks - Assessing AI-powered spectrum threats; and - Utilising a collaborative science infrastructure.   * Read the full report below 👇and join the conversation on shaping secure 🔐 6G. #CSIRO #Data61 #6G

Australian startup Lynx Systems Pty Ltd is pursuing interest from the data centre sector in its approach to embedding compute power into the façades of buildings, with CEO and co-founder Marianna Geddes arguing its Built Edge Data Centres model could open new options for performance, security and sustainability. Subscribe to CommsDay at the link in the comments 👇   #telecommunications #telecoms #commsday #internet #mobiledata #broadband #wireless #datacentre

Rexel, one of Australia’s largest electrical supply wholesalers, partnered with Data Intensity to modernize and migrate its data to a high-performance public cloud. With aging databases and on-site hardware holding them back, they knew it was time for a change. They needed a full EBS to OCI migration plus new database services to support rapid business growth—all within a tight timeline and despite major challenges, including: • Legacy systems • Multiple ERPs • Limited scalability and increased risk on on-prem Exadata In just 14 weeks, Data Intensity delivered a secure, scalable cloud environment built to power Rexel’s next phase of growth. Read the full case study here: https://hubs.ly/Q041BZVH0

Secure Networking – Built-In, Not Bolted-On. At ArchiTech, we’re redefining secure networking for Australia’s essential services. With deep expertise across hospitals, utilities, and critical infrastructure, we design fabric-based networks that are inherently secure, simplified to manage, and built for the future. As a trusted advisor, we’re helping organisations with the convergence of Networking and Security. By unifying these functions, businesses can ensure a seamless, consistent, and secure experience for all users, no matter where they are.   Ready to modernise your network for the future? Learn more about secure networking - https://lnkd.in/g3PDkUrA   #SecureNetworking #CriticalInfrastructure #Cybersecurity #NetworkArchitecture #ZeroTrust #DigitalTransformation #EnterpriseNetworking #WeAreArchitech

Partners are looking to existing customers to drive growth in 2026, a new report from distributor Westcon-Comstor has found. The report, which surveyed 500 partners in Australia and four other countries, discovered that partners will invest in data-led opportunities to unlock this growth. However, Westcon-Comstor Australia Managing Director Phil Cameron said the targeting of existing customers for growth doesn’t indicate a flattening market. “What we’re seeing is a shift in strategy, rather than a slowdown,” Cameron said. According to Cameron, partners are looking to increase value per customer through smarter, analytics-driven services, resulting in a sustainable, margin-enhanced growth rather than a flattening of opportunity. Learn more:

Climate (Carbon) reporting for Australian companies has changed. ULoop.io flips this from a compliance burden into an opportunity to achieve huge data management efficiencies and lower cost of capital (who wouldn't want that!) Embedded networks, property portfolios, and decentralised energy systems can provide the real-time data needed to meet these requirements efficiently, while also improving sustainability outcomes for tenants and investors. Climate Reporting Rules Are Changing – Are You Ready? From 1 January 2025, Australia’s largest companies will need to report climate-related risks under AASB S2, the new disclosure standard aligned with global frameworks (think TCFD & IFRS). Why does this matter? 1️⃣ Nearly 70% of corporate emissions come from entities that fall under Group 1 reporting. 2️⃣ The cost of capital is already lower for businesses that disclose early. 3️⃣ Capital allocation is shifting towards those who can prove their transition plans and resilience. The rollout is staged: Group 1 (2025): 500+ staff, $500m+ revenue, or $1bn+ assets Group 2 (2026): 200+ staff, $100m+ revenue, or $500m+ assets Group 3 (2027): 100+ staff, $50m+ revenue, or $25m+ assets What will companies need to show? ✔️ Governance – how the board manages climate risk ✔️ Strategy – transition plans & scenario testing ✔️ Risk & opportunity management ✔️ Emissions data (Scope 1 & 2 in year one, Scope 3 from year two) The takeaway? These rules aren’t just about reporting — they’re about reshaping how businesses think about energy, risk, and growth. Those who act early will stand out to regulators, investors, and customers alike. Learn more and contact us at ULoop.io #ULoop #EnergyReporting #UtilitySaaS

📢 ATTENTION NZ PARTNERS! This August, AWS is teaming up with our four authorised NZ distributors — Ingram Micro, NEXTGEN, Tech Data, and Westcon-Comstor — to host a series of in-person partner events in Auckland. Each session will explore how you can scale your practice profitably with AWS leveraging the benefits of the AWS distribution program, tailored partner enablement, and growth opportunities aligned to the upcoming AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) region. Explore sessions covering the upcoming AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) region, while connecting with AWS experts and other partners during networking breaks and drinks. Whether you’re new to AWS or scaling your practice in NZ, this is the event for you! If you're new to distribution, you're welcome to connect with as many as you'd like. 🔗 Register via the distributor/s of your choice: Ingram Micro: https://lnkd.in/gjzYaaQj NEXTGEN: https://lnkd.in/gdz2kXvu Tech Data: https://lnkd.in/gztZ788D Westcon-Comstor: https://lnkd.in/gJKf6dvX Charlie Monique Joel Deke Mirash Danielle Stephen Jason #AWSNZ #Distribution #PartnerEnablement #AWSPartners

EonFibre Partners With Datacentre220: With AI and cloud computing adoption driving significant increases in traffic between data centres, EonFibre and Datacentre220's combined expertise directly addresses this surging demand, providing connectivity across Aotearoa. https://lnkd.in/de6y-XwP

UCS Group, Australia’s leading electrical infrastructure provider, faced multiple system limitations as business started to scale: ●    Complex scheduling for 180 field staff spread across 5 lines of business. ●    Paper-based compliance processes in a highly regulated industry. ●    Limited operational visibility across multiple regions. Fast forward to today — UCS has: ✅ An ERP system that Empowered UCS to provide their customers with greater confidence and certainty about the status of their projects. ✅ Streamlined their scheduling to just 1 person overseeing multiple business units. ✅ Automated documentation and compliance processes, moving towards a 100% paperless system. ✅ Grown their operations across 3 states with minimal increase in BOH IT personal. At WMS, we listen to your pain points, we map the perfect solution, we deploy & adapt continuously, ensuring-your ERP systems evolve alongside your business. 👉 Read the full story here: www.wmsit.com.au

SKS Technologies completes $10.5 million Delta Elcom acquisition on 12 January 2026. This adds $25 million annual revenue specialist in NSW data centre infrastructure and electrical solutions. The deal delivers immediate capability expansion into Sydney's high-demand data centre market through a three-part structure: $10.5M cash upfront $2M equity via 612,501 new shares Up to $1.25M earn-out tied to 2026 financial performance 📋 Announcement Highlights: → Delta Elcom brings end-to-end data centre infrastructure expertise. → Sydney operational base provides direct access to NSW government and enterprise clients. → Transaction priced attractively at approximately 0.55x revenue multiple. → Combined entity now positioned to bid on full-stack mission-critical projects. CEO Matthew Jinks commented: "Delta Elcom is the next logical step for SKS Technologies as a means of accelerating our plans for greater market share in the NSW data centre space as well as work in our traditional market sectors." The acquisition creates a defensive moat through complementary capabilities pairing Delta Elcom's data centre specialization with SKS's diversified expertise across audio visual, communications, and electrical solutions. 📅 Upcoming Catalysts: - Working capital adjustments finalisation - coming weeks - Integration progress and pipeline update - Q1 2026 - Earn-out achievement announcement - year-end 2026 Found this insightful? Hit 'like' and follow for the latest updates on technology and industrial sector developments. 🔗 Read the full deal analysis and strategic implications: https://lnkd.in/gAiH65fR #Technology #DataCentres #Acquisition #BusinessGrowth

Case Study Highlight: IoT-Based Energy Consumption & Cost Reporting 🔹 At API Connects, we delivered an IoT-driven analytics solution that enables stakeholders to gain real-time visibility into energy consumption and associated costs using smart meter data. 🔧 Our solution included: • Robust data engineering pipelines to aggregate time-series smart meter data • Integrated energy consumption with cost reporting, including peak and off-peak insights • Interactive Power BI dashboards for real-time monitoring and drill-down analysis • Comparative reporting across multiple sites for the same customer • Role-based and row-level security to ensure secure and customized access 📈 The impact: ✔ Actionable, real-time insights into energy usage and costs ✔ Improved decision-making for energy optimization and cost-saving initiatives ✔ A secure, scalable solution that supports growing smart meter deployments At API Connects, we help organizations transform IoT data into meaningful, data-driven outcomes. https://lnkd.in/g557Tm7a  #APIconnects #CaseStudy #ITSolutions #IoTAnalytics #EnergyManagement #DataEngineering #PowerBI #DigitalTransformation

Australia’s data-centre construction sector continues to surge on the back of cloud adoption, AI-driven computing needs and hyperscale investment. NSW remains the country’s dominant hub, making it a key battleground for contractors seeking scale, capability and recurring mission-critical work ... Read the full article at: https://lnkd.in/gaw-jKuF

"Prefabricated data centre manufacturer and operator DXN Limited has announced a $2 million contract with logistics company DP World Australia to deliver two data centres for Port Botany....." https://lnkd.in/gwzDEVFA

Netmore unveils Pulse partner push for global IoT scale - TelcoNews Australia: Netmore has launched a partner programme that formalises how the IoT network operator works with device makers, solution providers, ... #iot #data #internetofthings

WEL Networks and Adaptiv Power NZ’s First Fully Automated Solar-and-Battery Approval System We're proud to have partnered with WEL Networks to deliver a New Zealand first: a fully automated solar-and-battery connection approval system built on MuleSoft's API-led integration architecture and Solace's event-driven integration that makes it faster and easier for customers to generate, use, and export any surplus clean energy. ⚡READ THE FULL CASE STUDY: https://lnkd.in/epXJSMfW CC: Iain Falconer Richard Stephenson Drew Green Sandeep K Richard Beamish Laura Perez Craig Marshall Dilan Prasad Jon Verhoek Vivien Tu Jaco Coetzee Christian Kelbrick Andy Hargrave

Where do you fit into the electrification ecosystem—and how can you get ahead? EV charging shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all. That’s why Enteligent built a DC-coupled platform designed for the real-world needs of: 🔧 Integrators, contractors & consultants 🚛 Fleet owners & operators 🔌 Electrical equipment vendors 🏢 Real estate owners & managers 🚘 EV manufacturers Explore how smarter charging infrastructure can solve your biggest challenges - whether that’s faster installs, lower energy costs, simplified permitting, or future-proofed solar integration. 👇 Swipe to see where you fit and what’s possible when charging infrastructure aligns with your goals. #Enteligent #FleetElectrification #DCCharging #SmartCharging #EVInfrastructure

In this article, data centres are highlighted as a booming asset class, critical for smart precincts and the digital economy, with Australia's market expected to nearly double to $40 billion by 2028, fueled by AI and technology demands. However, their development grapples with challenges like high power and water consumption and land scarcity, necessitating sustainable urban integration to ensure global competitiveness and economic growth. https://lnkd.in/gMc6Ryyt #debuiltproperty #designandbuild #thedebuiltdebrief #propertysector #riskminimisation #propertyfinance #constructionfinance