Murphy has commenced work to construct the largest substation ever built in the UK. The multimillion-pound contract from National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) will see the construction of a new substation at Uxbridge Moor, which borders NGET’s existing Iver substation in Buckinghamshire, connecting new customers to the electricity network and helping to meet the significant increase in demand for electricity to the west of London.With its wide-ranging inhouse expertise and direct delivery approach, Murphy will be carrying out the broad scope of works itself – including the construction of a new 400kV substation, a new 132kV substation, ancillary facilities, underground cabling and associated modification works to the 400kV overhead line network to the new 400kV substation. Connection to the new 132kV substation will be via 132kV underground cables.The scope also consists of a new 1.2km raised access road off the A412 and other associated civil infrastructure, including a new road bridge crossing over River Alder Bourne.The substation design is gas insulated, this advanced technology will allow the team to reduce the footprint of the proposed site by around 70% compared to a traditional substation design, minimising the impact on the local area and the environment.Liam Corr, Managing Director of Energy at Murphy, said; “Since 1951 Murphy has been a leading provider of innovative and integrated energy solutions – today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects across the four countries in which we work. “We are proud to be delivering this project in the UK’s capital and building on our strong working relationship with National Grid to help to ensure energy security for decades to come.” Laura Mulcahy, project director at National Grid Electricity Transmission, said: “Our new Uxbridge Moor substation will provide vital access to power for data centres that are at the heart of Britain’s innovation and economic growth. It will enable new jobs and investment in Buckinghamshire, and will support the UK’s digital future. “Alongside these significant benefits, we are working to keep the substation’s environmental impact to a minimum. By using the latest SF6-free gas-insulated switchgear, we’re reducing the size of this crucial site by around 70%, and ensuring its technology is sustainable and resilient long into the future.” HIGHLIGHTS Construction of both a new 400kV substation and a new 132kV substation Underground cabling and associated modification works to the 400kV overhead line network to the new substation. Construction of a new 1.2km raised access road off the A412 and a new road bridge crossing over River Alder Bourne
Continued growth and strong operational performance Murphy is pleased to announce its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2024, reflecting continued growth and strong operational performance, building on the progress achieved in 2023. Murphy has continued to deliver key critical infrastructure and, just one year out from the company’s 75th anniversary, is well-placed to deliver on its vision of becoming the leading family-owned construction company. John Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Murphy, commented: “I’m pleased to share that we’ve delivered another strong year of growth, marked by consistent year-on-year improvements in both our financial results and operational performance, while remaining firmly committed to delivering world-class infrastructure. These achievements reflect the dedication and capability of our people, our continued emphasis on sustainable business practices, and the strength of our customer relationships. “Throughout 2024, we successfully navigated economic pressures, changes in government policy and inflationary pressures, demonstrating the Group’s resilience. The sector’s significant investments in transportation, water and energy infrastructure, underpins our confidence in the future with Murphy well-positioned to capitalise on the opportunities these investments bring. “As we look ahead to our 75th anniversary in 2026, our ‘Murphy at 75’ vision, to be the leading family-owned construction business in the regions where we operate, is firmly within sight. Our primary focus remains on achieving long-term, sustainable growth, built on our ability to deliver reliable, high-quality outcomes for our customers and to leave a positive, lasting impact through our work and in the communities we support.” Key project highlights included: Completing civil works at Oswestry Water Treatment Works for United Utilities, marking significant progress on this critical infrastructure project. Successfully completing tunnelling activities on London Power Tunnels 2 (“LTP2”) as part of our Hochtief Murphy joint venture for National Grid. Delivering significant new stations at both Beaulieu and Cambridge on behalf of Network Rail. Making strong progress on the Twinstead Green Grid Supply Point for National Grid, including installation of the first Super Grid Transformer. Securing the first transportation contract in Ontario with our joint venture partner Kenaidan. Financial and operational highlights: Revenue reduced by 2% to £1,398m (FY23: £1,421m), reflecting our focus around customer and contract selectivity. We saw a volume reduction in Canada following the completion of two major projects, although this was offset by our investment in WHC Energy Services in the USA and solid year-on-year growth in both the UK and Ireland, highlighting the strength and resilience of Murphy’s geographically diverse business model. Operating profit increased 11% to £79.6m (2023: £71.7m), driven by strong performance across all areas of the business and a continued focus on operational efficiency and high-quality project delivery. Net cash increased 15% to £400.5m (FY23: £347.1m), supporting ongoing investment in business growth, innovation, and sustainability-focused projects. Employee numbers increased by 5% to 4,060, up from 3,855 in 2023, as Murphy continues to develop talent while creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged workforce. We sustained our Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) at 0.06 as we continued to grow internationally demonstrating a sustained commitment to the highest standards of health and safety across all operations and increased activity levels. Sustainability highlights: Achieved a 6.1% reduction in carbon emissions versus 2023, culminating in a total reduction of 54% since 2019, marking our achievement of the Murphy at 75 emissions reduction target one year ahead of schedule. Invested £23.0m in state-of-the-art, environmentally conscious plant and equipment across the UK and Ireland in 2024. Outlook: Continued strong performance during the opening months of 2025 while proactively managing the macroeconomic challenges facing the wider construction sector. Record order book of £5.4bn across the UK, Ireland and North America, a strong balance sheet and the pressing need for infrastructure investment underpins confidence in the future. Industry investment in our chosen sectors continues, presenting growing opportunities in energy, water and transport, as demonstrated by the recently awarded Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (“ASTI”) programmes for National Grid and SSEN, along with the award of the development phase of the $1 billion Bloor-Yonge Station Capacity Improvement project in Toronto, Canada. Investment in a 40% share of Australia’s Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure, announced on 5 May 2025, marking the latest step in Murphy’s plans to extend its geographical reach whilst remaining focused on the commitment to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Proven success in sectors such as energy security and infrastructure investment, along with continued growth in traditional markets, strengthens confidence in the Group’s strategic direction and long-term growth plans. You can read the full report here. HIGHLIGHTS Full Year Results for the year ended 31 December 2024 Strong, sustained growth driven by continued operational excellence Future confidence underpinned by record £5.4bn order book
Murphy has formed a strategic partnership with Australia-based Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure. Headquartered in Sydney, Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure was established in 1994 by Mick Boyle and his wife Robin Craig and has grown steadily since then, expanding its operational presence across Australia and New Zealand. The business today employs over 800 skilled professionals and enjoyed a record performance in 2024, designing and delivering a range of projects across the utilities, road, rail and energy sectors. Alongside this shared sector expertise, Murphy and Abergeldie share a proud heritage as family-owned businesses with strong commitments to community engagement and people-focused organisational values. Both businesses share values of respect, integrity, trust and accountability. This shared culture and sector expertise positions Murphy well to support Abergeldie on the next stage of its development, enhancing Abergeldie’s capability to deliver larger-scale infrastructure projects while maintaining its independence. The investment in Abergeldie, a 40% stake in the business, marks the latest step in Murphy’s expansion. Having originally focused on the UK and Ireland since the Group was founded in 1951, Murphy has diversified geographically in to North America, delivering projects across both Canada and the United States. The Group established a presence in Canada in 2014 through a fully integrated joint venture with Surerus Pipeline Inc and expanded into the US with the acquisition of WHC Energy Services in 2023. The transaction is expected to complete in May. Commenting on the investment, John Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Murphy, said: “Having expanded into North America in recent years, this investment marks the latest step in our plans to extend our geographical reach whilst remaining focused on our commitment to improving life by delivering world-class infrastructure. “I am delighted that we have been able to find a partner who shares so many of the same values as us. “We are very positive on the outlook for the Australian market and I am looking forward to working with the Abergeldie team to help them deliver on the next exciting stage of their growth plans, building on the great work they have done over the past thirty years.” HIGHLIGHTS Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure was established in 1994 by its husband and wife co-founders and is now one of Australia’s leading independent infrastructure contractors with turnover of $676m (AUD) in 2024 The transaction will see Murphy acquire a 40% stake in Abergeldie, further diversifying Murphy across the UK, Ireland, North America and now the ANZ region
Plans to deliver a new £32m train station in Golborne have reached a milestone moment. Wigan Council has given the green light to the planning application for the station and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) have appointed a local company to design it. Greater Manchester has ambitious plans to bring eight commuter rail lines into the Bee Network by 2028. The new station – which will reconnect Golborne to the railway for the first time in more than 60 years – is part of the city-region’s wider plans to improve connectivity for communities as part of the first fully-integrated transport system outside London. Planning approval follows hot on the heels of the government giving the go ahead to the station’s outline business case in January, which set out the transformational benefits it will bring to the area as part of the Bee Network. It means TfGM, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Wigan Council, working with Government, will now develop a full business case and detailed design in 2025. To deliver this work, TfGM has appointed Golborne-based engineering firm Murphy to develop the final station designs. Subject to approval from government, work is expected to begin in 2026 with the first trains hoped to stop there in 2027. Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, said: “This is a significant moment for Greater Manchester, with the approval of the planning application for Golborne station bringing us closer to reconnecting Golborne to the railway network for the first time in more than 60 years. “Local residents have campaigned tirelessly for the restoration of rail services to Golborne. This approval is a victory for the community and a step towards realising our shared vision for better connectivity, easing congestion on local roads, reducing carbon emissions and supporting economic growth. “We are committed to moving forward at pace with this project and bringing rail into the Bee Network – making it easier to get around the city-region. To have such a respected partner like Murphy on board to take the station through detailed design is a fantastic result, and we can then move swiftly through to construction. With roots in the community, they understand how better connections will open up access to skilled jobs and opportunities across the city-region while making Golborne an even greater place to live and work.” Golborne currently has no direct bus, train or tram services to Manchester, so train services would reduce journey times into Manchester city centre by up to 30 minutes. A public consultation in 2024 showed high levels of support for the station proposals, and a planning application was submitted to Wigan Council in November. The station includes plans for a new accessible two-platform rail station including step-free access throughout, a new hourly service between Wigan and Manchester Victoria and onwards to Stalybridge, an improved town centre car park, and new walking and cycling links to the town centre. Leader of Wigan Council, Councillor David Molyneux MBE, said: “The Council has worked closely with Transport for Greater Manchester, ensuring the new station will deliver the best for the local community and wider area, and connect Golborne to the rail network for the first time in decades. “Community wealth building, keeping the local pound in our borough, and supporting our local supply chain is a real priority for us and I am delighted that a local, Golborne-based company has been appointed to deliver the next phase of this exciting project. “The new Golborne station will make a real difference to people’s lives and our wider region and this announcement is another step forward in making it a reality.” Murphy will now take forward the proposals to deliver detailed designs, which will support the station’s final business case. Chris Cayton, Transportation Managing Director at Murphy, said: “With offices in Stonecross and Golborne, we were particularly delighted to be appointed the first phase of this project alongside our valued supply chain including design partner WSP, to greatly improve transport links in the local area for the benefit of the surrounding communities. As a company, Murphy is focused on improving life by delivering world-class infrastructure and this project will do just that.” As well as the station, partners are looking at ways to improve the town and areas around the station through the Golborne town centre Masterplan. This would make them even better places to live and visit with improved cycling and walking links and opportunities for further investment in Golborne. The station would be delivered though locally devolved government funding. Jo Platt, MP for Leigh and Atherton, said: “The community in Golborne have been waiting a long time for this. After years of campaigning and planning, it’s fantastic to see Golborne station reach this next milestone. “This important transport infrastructure will bring better connectivity, help to reduce congestion and support local economic growth. Connectivity and growth across all of Leigh and Atherton is extremely important to me and I am excited to see the benefits this will bring to the town.” Find out more information about the station proposals at: A new rail station for Golborne | Bee Network | Powered by TfGM HIGHLIGHTS Wigan Council has approved the planning application for a new £32m railway station in Golborne, paving the way for TfGM to work up detailed designs Another milestone reached in plans to connect the Greater Manchester community to the rail network for the first time in more than 60 years Murphy appointed to develop the design for the station, with first trains hoped to stop there in 2027
KMJV alongside lead design partner, Arup, has been awarded the development phase of the $1bn+ Bloor Yonge Capacity Improvements Project The win will see the Kenaidan Murphy Joint Venture (KMJV), in collaboration with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), deliver the development services phase of a major transformation of the Bloor-Yonge Subway Station which is in the heart of the commercial district in Downtown Toronto. As one of the busiest transit hubs in the Greater Toronto Area, the station is expected to experience a surge in passenger traffic in the coming years. This project is poised to play a crucial role in ensuring that the station can accommodate Toronto’s ongoing growth, urban development and expanded rail network. The progressive contract will see KMJV enter a two-year development phase, during which the team will work collaboratively with the TTC to develop a design, schedule, methodology and target price proposal for the construction of the project. Acceptance of this will lead to the delivery of the $1bn+ project which comprises of: A new Line 2 passenger platform for eastbound service Expanding Line 1 northbound and southbound passenger platforms New accessible entrance south side of Bloor Street East Mechanical and Electrical work including a multi-level electrical building and subway ventilation fans with associated housing; a combination of new provisions and refurbishment of existing facilities Utilities relocation, highway and public realm works Robert Gray, KMJV President, said; “We are incredibly proud to have been selected by the TTC to deliver this landmark project. The scope, logistical challenges, operational requirements and large number of stakeholders will allow us to showcase KMJV’s capabilities, leveraging Kenaidan’s local knowledge and relationships with Murphy’s international major project experience. We look forward to redeveloping this critical transport hub for the benefit of all passengers in the coming years.” Greg Percy, TTC CEO, said; “The TTC looks forward to working with KMJV to further the design of this incredibly important project. Expanding and improving Bloor-Yonge station is critical to ensuring that transit in Toronto can continue to serve the needs to the population for years to come.” Omid Nakhaei, Principal at Arup, said: “This project will significantly expand the capacity of one of the busiest transit hubs in Toronto improving the experience of many commuters and visitors alike. Bloor Yonge station is located directly below our Arup office in Toronto, making this project especially meaningful for our team.” HIGHLIGHTS Two-year development phase KMJV will develop a design, schedule, methodology and target price proposal for the construction of the project
The new framework covers a major programme of construction works across Peel Ports’ UK and Ireland sites. The multi-lot framework will run for a period of up to eight years, with Murphy having been appointed to ‘Lot 1 General Construction’, the scope of which includes drainage; the construction and maintenance of new and existing roads and carparks; earthworks and ground remediation; foundations and piling; the construction, maintenance and refurbishment of new and existing warehouses; paving, surfacing and concrete works; rail construction; bridge construction and refurbishment; and demolition. Chris Cayton, Transportation Managing Director at Murphy, said: “We are delighted to be appointed to this framework – whilst this is our first project win with customer Peel Ports Group, our teams have expertise in this area, with similar works currently underway at Dublin Port. “We look forward to working with Peel Ports Group to deliver world-class infrastructure whilst supporting their commitment to community engagement and ambition of becoming a net-zero port operator by 2040. Lewis McIntyre, Managing Director – Port Services at Peel Ports Group said: “Our rigorous procurement process has allowed us to select the very best regional and national partners, who will support the ongoing development of our network of logistics hubs.” “We look forward to working closely with them on the design and build of various exciting projects in the months and years ahead, all of which are the result of substantial investment in the future of our operations.” HIGHLIGHTS New £750m framework covers a major programme of construction works across Peel Ports’ UK and Ireland sites Murphy has been appointed to ‘Lot 1 General Construction’
Murphy has been appointed by National Gas to deliver a critical infrastructure project at the St Fergus Gas Terminal on the North-East coast of Scotland. The project, known as the Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD) Compressor Project, is vital for ensuring compliance with emissions regulations. The St Fergus Gas Terminal is fundamentally important to Great Britain’s energy system. Located on the North-East coast of Scotland, it provides access to gas from the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) and Norway, which it feeds into the gas National Transmission System (NTS). St Fergus regularly supplies between 25% and 50% of the country’s natural gas. The main terminal also receives treated gas from three sub-terminals, currently owned by Shell, Ancala and North Sea Midstream Partners (NSMP). Murphy has a longstanding collaborative partnership with National Gas at St Fergus, successfully delivering a diverse range of complex engineering and construction projects. These include asset health interventions, actuator replacements, aftercooler upgrades, and cathodic protection enhancements. This recent award encompasses the design, construction, and commissioning of three low-emission compressor units. The project includes all associated civil, electrical, control and instrumentation, process, mechanical, and piping work, along with OEM rotating equipment. Together with our engineering partner, Worley, and leveraging the expertise of our internal specialist business units, this award highlights Murphy’s strength in the direct delivery of complex EPC energy projects. Andy Harding, Operations Director at Murphy, said: “As one of National Gas’s priority investment sites to achieve MCPD emissions targets by 2030, we are proud to lead the delivery of this essential project at St Fergus. With a proven track record in delivering compressor projects safely and successfully, Murphy, supported by our trusted engineering partner Worley, will provide resource certainty, safety excellence, and on-time delivery. Our in-house team will bring unparalleled compressor expertise, enabling us to deliver this critical infrastructure project and meet all stakeholder requirements while maintaining a strong focus on cost efficiency.” Darren Christie, Project Director at National Gas, said: We are delighted to partner with Murphy and their wider supply chain on this critical part of our compressor replacement programme, with this work contributing to our business’s wider 2030 emissions reduction commitments. Our St Fergus terminal is a critical entry point on the National Transmission System (NTS) and by utilising our project partners’ skills and expertise we can hope to see successful delivery of this investment. This will ultimately improve the compressor resilience at the site, providing greater energy security and helping reduce compressor emissions as part of the UK’s Net Zero ambitions.” HIGHLIGHTS The Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD) Compressor Project project is vital for ensuring compliance with emissions regulations St Fergus regularly supplies between 25% and 50% of the country’s natural gas Murphy has a longstanding collaborative partnership with National Gas at St Fergus
Murphy was proud to be part of the groundbreaking ceremony for Eastern Green Link 1 last week Eastern Green Link 1, a joint venture between SP Energy Networks and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET), will transport green electricity for two million homes along over 190km of predominantly undersea cable linking the south-east of Scotland with the north-east of England. Liam Corr, Managing Director of Energy at Murphy said; “I’m delighted that Murphy will play a key role in delivering the new electric superhighway, Eastern Green Link 1. We will be responsible for the 400kV substation works package for National Grid Electricity Transmission, working collaboratively with the wider project to expand the electricity network. This project is crucial for meeting Britain’s future energy infrastructure needs and strengthening energy security”. You can read more about the project on Scottish Power’s website by clicking here. HIGHLIGHTS Eastern Green Link 1 will transport green electricity for two million homes A joint venture between SP Energy Networks and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) Murphy is responsible for the 400kV substation works package
Murphy featured in a very special episode of Dermot Bannon’s Room To Improve on RTE One TV last Sunday night. Over a half a million viewers tuned in live to watch the programme, which saw Murphy teams pitching in on the Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Tranquillity House charity project in Dublin. When it opens this spring, Tranquillity House will provide a home away from home for people with CF and their loved ones, who often have to travel long distances to hospital in Dublin for treatment. Murphy was the first company on-site during the first weeks of January 2024 to erect site hoarding and commence demolishing works within the existing basement of Tranquillity House. Murphy teams then returned throughout the year to complete comprehensive structural works to the existing load-bearing walls, installation of new subfloor service, new extension foundations, installation of new basement concrete sub-floor, ducting, groundworks, electrical support, and general site labour. If you missed it, you can still catch the episode on the RTE Player here: Room To Improve – RTÉ Player For more on the Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation see: Julian Benson CF Foundation
