Our Story

Building on our past. Ready for the future.

Founded more than 50 years ago and headquartered in Australia, we are the world’s largest provider of engineering, project and asset management solutions in the energy, chemicals and resources sectors.

Our growth into a truly global organisation has been driven by both our people and our strategic acquisitions. The experience of those who built our business remain at the heart of our organisation today, now strengthened by the diverse capabilities of the companies that have joined us along the way.

This combination gives our globally connected team of engineers and consultants the ability to deliver efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest standards.

Our journey is marked by decades of change, adaptation and growth. As the world has evolved, so have we.

2020s The 2020s marked a decade of acceleration and focus. We sharpened our strategy, evolved our brand, and adapted to meet changing customer priorities. We transitioned from engineering partner to global solutions provider creating lasting impact through strong partnerships.
	2010s The 2010s witnessed the rise of clean energy, streaming services, the first full face transplant and the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. For us it was about consolidating our global position, as we made pivotal acquisitions including Jacobs Energy, Chemicals and Resources, diversified our capabilities, and committed to energy transition and sustainability.
2000s The 2000s were marked by the rise of social media, the invention of the smartphone, and the development of the first self-driving car. Meanwhile, we were strengthening our commitment to sustainability, expanding across Africa, the Middle East and Canada and celebrating our public listing on the Australian Securities Exchange.
	1990s The 1990s saw the rise of the internet, the invention of the digital camera, and the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope. It was also the decade we expanded our global presence, acquiring companies in Canada and the United States. And established ourselves as a key player in the global engineering and consultancy services industry.
1980s The 1980s were all about big hair, neon colors, Crocodile Dundee, the discovery of the hole in the ozone layer, and the first mobile phone. Back then, we were focused on expanding our services and global footprint, playing a crucial role in the North West Shelf Gas project, which marked our entry into the world energy market.
	1970s The 1970s were a time of disco, bell-bottoms, the invention of the first personal computer, and the official opening of the iconic Sydney Opera House. We began our journey, as a small engineering consultancy in Australia, laying the foundation for what would see us become a global leader in engineering solutions.