Groundline Engineering celebrates USA expansion
May 4th 2023 saw Groundline Engineering formalise its entry into the US market in a ceremony presided over by New Zealand Trade Commissioner Vicky Whitlock in Washington DC. The move is a natural progression for the global powerline engineering consultancy and with successful operations already in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, the ceremony saw the symbolic presentation of a pounamu Mere to Mr Christian Nolden who has been appointed President of Groundline Engineering (USA).
Co-founder and Director Ian Flatley described the presentation as a gift from the founders and owners and recognition of Mr Nolden’s Mana and Authority in this growing market. The consultancy aims to increasingly support USA power networks with specialist powerline expertise and design services. The consultancy adds strength also to existing US partners and distributors in making global HV and LV innovation more accessible in the US. Developed within the Groundline Engineering Group, transformative NDT and timber pole data PHI™ www.thorpoletest.com and specialist wildfire prevention conductor www.coveredconductor.com is to be represented.
Note: Pouanamu (New Zealand Greenstone) is sacred in Maori culture and can represent prosperity, strength, status, peace and a connection with the natural world. Mere are ancient weapons, a symbol of courage, respect, strength and the ability to cut through life’s obstacles. Mana in Maori culture is a supernatural force in a person, place or object and can convey power, prestige, authority, charisma and status.
Other News & Updates
Designing Infrastructure People Want to Live With
Globally, as we transition toward a cleaner, electrified future, one reality has become clear: we cannot decarbonise without building. New overhead lines, underground cables, substations,and renewable energy infrastructure will shape the energy landscape for decades to come.
Groundline Secures Seven Year Framework Agreement with UK Power Networks
Groundline is pleased to announce the award of a seven year framework agreement with UK Power Networks for the provision of overhead line and underground cable design services. The agreement comprises of an initial four-year term, with the option to extend for a further three years.
.png)
Designing Electricity Infrastructure with the End in Mind: Why Asset Stewardship Must Begin at the Design Table
Sit in on any utility planning meeting and you’ll see the same challenge: project delivery dominates the agenda, while asset management fights for attention.
Let’s Build Smarter, Safer, Stronger
Whether it’s a new project, technical support, or simply a conversation about possibilities — we’re here to help.
