A local Sunshine Coast business, Infravision, is leading the way in the renewable energy revolution, thanks to their world-class robotic technology developed, manufactured and assembled in Coolum Beach.
The startup has partnered with Powerlink to deliver safer, quicker, and more sustainable opportunities for powerline stringing, resulting in a significant expansion and the creation of over 70 new jobs.
Infravision’s innovative drone stringing system has enabled Powerlink Queensland to achieve an Asia-Pacific first in connecting a renewable energy project in North Queensland.
The system, developed in Coolum Beach, has been used to ‘string’ 50 kilometres of transmission lines, connecting the Genex Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro System to the Queensland electricity SuperGrid.
This project marks the longest section of high voltage electricity transmission line strung by drones in the Asia-Pacific region.
Founded in 2018, Infravision has grown to more than 70 employees in under five years and is expected to double in size, with an additional 70 Queensland jobs predicted in the next 12 months.
This significant expansion is largely thanks to their growing partnership with Powerlink and the rollout of renewables in Queensland, which is being enabled by the Queensland government’s Energy and Jobs Plan.
Powerlink’s partnership with Infravision has proven to be more versatile, has less impact on landholders, and is safer than established methods of using helicopters or ground crews.
The technology has also been tested on smaller projects to determine its feasibility, with positive results.
Infravision’s innovative technology has not only benefited the local community but has also gained global recognition.
The company now exports its tech to international customers in America, Canada, and India, showcasing the potential of Queensland’s clean energy industry.
