J. Murphy & Sons has announced the acquisition of Carillion's UK power framework business, taking over its position on National Grid's electricity overhead lines, substation and underground cable framework contracts.

Former employees of now defunct industry services firm will join Murphy, which has broadened its energy infrastructure services offering to include designing and installing overhead power lines, substations and major underground systems, complimenting existing capabilities in civil engineering and tunnelling.

The frameworks provide the opportunity for Murphy to work with National Grid delivering planned replacement and refurbishment schemes on their 33kV to 400kV transmission network spanning England and Wales. Murphy will also become the new joint venture partner of Eltel, forming the MEJV on the overhead line and T Pylon framework.


John Murphy, Chief Executive Officer at Murphy, said: "This represents an excellent strategic fit for the business, allowing us to bring a full range of services across the power sector for our customers both in the UK and internationally.

"We have a strong sense of purpose, committed to improving lives by delivering world class infrastructure. I’m pleased to be able to work with our new partners Eltel to continue supporting National Grid and deliver essential energy infrastructure."

David Brewer, Group Strategy Director, added: "At Murphy, we believe that private ownership creates a natural alignment of the interests of our customers, owners, employees and suppliers.

"We all benefit from a sustainable business, managed for the long term. Our success is founded on strong values and investing to develop deep engineering and direct delivery capability. This is an environment where the power business we have acquired today can thrive."

(LM)