Tainui Group Holdings is establishing an independent electricity network to support long‑term development at the Ruakura Superhub, one of Australasia’s largest logistics and industrial hubs. Northpower was engaged to construct a new 33kV to 11kV substation, enabling a secure and dedicated supply for the client’s current and future customers.

Working in close partnership with Tainui Group Holdings and specialist consultants, Northpower delivered a critical piece of infrastructure that underpins future growth, resilience and economic development on iwi‑owned land.

Delivering the Ruakura substation required careful co-ordination across transmission, distribution and client‑owned assets. Two 33kV circuits were supplied from Transpower, feeding transformers that step voltage down to 11kV before connecting to new switchgear within the substation.

Stage one focused on the construction and commissioning of the substation itself. Stage two involved the transition of existing loads onto the new, independent supply. This staged approach allowed continuity of supply while enabling full network separation at completion.

Health and safety was a core focus throughout the project. The worksite was fully fenced and secured, with on‑site security cameras and controlled access to protect the public and workforce.