Synertec confirms AGL as client, secures national SCADA upgrade contract
Synertec Corporation Limited (ASX: SOP) has executed a binding contract with AGL Energy Limited to deliver the SOLIS Project, a major upgrade of AGL’s national SCADA infrastructure. The agreement formalises a Letter of Intent (LOI) announced on 19 May 2026, confirming AGL as the previously withheld “major Australian energy operator.”
The contract sits under the existing Framework Agreement entered into between the two parties in October 2025, activating a relationship rather than initiating a first-time engagement. Phase 1 delivery is valued at approximately $4.0 million, with early works already underway.
The announcement, made on 30 July 2026, marks a notable step for the engineering technology company as it deepens its footprint across Australia’s energy and critical infrastructure sector.
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What the SOLIS Project delivers
The SOLIS Project will replace AGL’s legacy SCADA system with a modern, cyber-secure and scalable platform. Delivery has already commenced following approved early works conducted under the LOI, meaning this is active, funded work rather than a speculative pipeline item.
The upgraded system consolidates monitoring and control within AGL’s Melbourne-based operations centre, providing a “single pane of glass” view across AGL’s national gas and renewable energy asset portfolio.
Key scope specifics include:
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Initial 25 operational sites nationally
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Coverage across gas and renewable energy operations
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Centralised control located in Melbourne
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A cyber-secure, scalable platform
For investors, the significance lies in the immediacy: near-term revenue visibility is attached to a live project with a tier-one counterparty, not a conditional prospect.
Understanding SCADA and why this contract matters
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) refers to the systems that monitor and control industrial operations remotely. In the energy sector, these systems oversee assets such as gas facilities and renewable power sites, allowing operators to track performance and respond to issues from a central location.
Upgrading a legacy SCADA system to a cyber-secure platform carries strategic value for energy operators. Older systems can face security vulnerabilities and scalability limits, while modern platforms centralise oversight and strengthen resilience against cyber threats. For a specialist provider like Synertec, these projects represent complex, high-value engagements.
Building a critical infrastructure track record
The AGL win validates what Synertec describes as its “considered and deliberate strategy” to target complex, large-scale and distributed SCADA and automation projects. According to the Company, the tender process was comprehensive and included national and international competitors, underscoring the competitive nature of the award.
Synertec has pointed to comparable prior engagements, including work with Metro Trains Melbourne, Melbourne Water, and the Australian Nuclear Scientific Organisation, to establish a pattern of delivery across critical infrastructure.
Synertec’s critical infrastructure reach extends beyond energy, with national water infrastructure forming another pillar of the company’s project portfolio following panel appointments and contract wins with major Australian water utilities.
| Attribute | Detail | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Client | AGL Energy (tier-one) | Blue-chip counterparty |
| Phase 1 value | ~$4.0 million | Near-term revenue visibility |
| Scope | 25 sites nationally | Scale of engagement |
| Sector | Energy & Resources | Strengthens sector positioning |
| Comparable wins | Metro Trains Melbourne, Melbourne Water, Australian Nuclear Scientific Organisation | Proven delivery track record |
The ability to compete against global players for a tier-one Australian client offers a credibility signal that extends beyond the immediate contract value.
Management commentary
Michael Carroll, Managing Director
“The tender process was comprehensive and included companies from around the globe. We are delighted to have been selected by AGL for this important project and the award recognises the skill, ingenuity and professionalism of our Engineering team. We don’t take for granted the trust AGL has shown in Synertec and we look forward to delivering a world class outcome.”
What this means for Synertec investors
The contract reinforces Synertec’s stated position as a leading provider of advanced SCADA and automation systems for Australian critical infrastructure. It adds to a growing portfolio spanning renewables, power systems and natural gas nationally.
The engagement is structured as Phase 1, indicating a phased delivery model. However, no details regarding subsequent phases, total contract value, project duration, or completion timelines have been disclosed. Investors should note that the confirmed figures relate solely to the approximately $4.0 million Phase 1 scope across the initial 25 operational sites.
The win positions Synertec to continue participating in Australia’s critical infrastructure digital transformation and the broader low-carbon energy transition, aligning with the Company’s stated focus on enabling a low-carbon future through technology solutions.
The low-carbon energy transition is also driving Synertec’s technology partnerships, with the company having signed a 36-month MoU with Hitachi Energy to jointly pursue battery storage and microgrid projects across the 5MW to 30MW segment in Australia.
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