New 2008 Handbook and Industrial Catalogue now available
04 Apr 2008
The 2008 edition of the Olex Handbook & Industrial Catalogue have just been released!
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Latest edition Data/Comms catalogue packed with new products.
27 Feb 2008
Olex, Australia’s largest cable manufacturer, has just released the latest edition of their Data/Comms catalogue.
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Nexans Full Year Results 2007
19 Feb 2008
Increased 2007 profits and solid fundamentals lead Nexans to view the future with confidence.
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Olex assists customers in flood affected areas
18 Feb 2008
Olex has initiated a "Priority Flood" service for customers in flood affected areas.
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Olex recognised for excellent customer service
21 Jan 2008
Olex Australia was recently presented with a Certificate of Recognition for displaying a high level of customer service and supplier performance with continuous improvement in cable supply.
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Olex designs, manufactures and Installs Tasmanian Submarine Cable project
13 Nov 2007
Olex recently completed the design, manufacture and installation of a 10 MVA, 22kV underground and submarine circuit for Aurora Energy in Tasmania.
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Connecting EastLink with Olex cables
07 Aug 2007
Olex have provided over $3 million worth of cable for the EastLink project, currently under construction in Victoria.
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Nexans First-Half Year Results for 2007
26 Jul 2007
Nexans first half year results show strong growth with a 12.9% increase in organic sales of the cable businesses and an increase of 73% in operating margin.
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Olex CEO receives Honour Roll Award
02 Jul 2007
Olex Managing Director & CEO, Andrew Stobart, recently received an Honour Roll award at the 2007 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame awards.
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Olex to supply cable for new Melbourne showpiece
01 Jun 2007
Olex have recently been awarded an order for the supply of approximately $3.6 million worth of cables for the development of the Melbourne Convention Centre.
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Cable protection a priority on RGP3
08 May 2007
Olex recently supplied approximately $5.5m of cable for BHP’s Rapid Growth Project 3. The cable supplied was made up of medium voltage, extra high voltage, multi-core control and rail cable.
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Nexans Financial Information for 2007 First Quarter
19 Apr 2007
Nexans achieves a remarkable performance with organic
growth of 15% of its cable businesses
(excluding electrical wires).
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Energy Cutting Facility now open
17 Apr 2007
New cable winding and cutting equipment at the Olex NSW Energy Cutting Facility has recently begun operating with performance already exceeding expectations.
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Pyrolex cable helps tunnel reopen to public
29 Mar 2007
Olex were able to quickly supply cable for the repairs to Melbourne’s Burnley Tunnel after a recent fire.
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Versolex cable lights up lake
20 Mar 2007
Versolex multi-core cable was recently used in a cutting edge sculpture display on Lake Ginninderra in Canberra.
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Bridging the Gap
15 Feb 2007
Olex cable has recently been installed as part of an upgrade to ensure the continuing operation of the 4 lane Spit Bridge at Seaforth, NSW.
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Olex Green Goals
06 Dec 2006
Olex have recently renewed our pledge to reduce our environmental impact by working towards seven “green goals”.
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AMP Capital Investors and Catalyst sell Olex to Nexans
09 Nov 2006
AMP Capital Investors and Catalyst Investment Managers ("Catalyst") today announced that they had executed an agreement to sell Australasia’s leading power cable manufacturer and distributor, Olex, to Nexans. The transaction values Olex at A$515 million.
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New machine boosts capacity at Tottenham factory
20 Oct 2006
The commissioning of a new state-of-the-art central stranding machine at our Tottenham factory is set to enhance our market leading position by increasing cable output.
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Olex to supply complete power cable solution for SA Wind Farm
02 Oct 2006
Olex Australia have recently been awarded orders for $5.7 million worth of power cable to supply South Australia’s largest Wind Farm.
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Olex on show
28 Aug 2006
Olex have recently participated in two important trade exhibitions.
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Superior performance from coast to coast
21 Aug 2006
Olex are currently involved in a number of landmark projects across the country, providing technical excellence and superior cable solutions.
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Earlier start for Olex Customer Service Centre
14 Aug 2006
The Olex Customer Service Centre is now open from 7am Monday to Friday.
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Adapting to the volatility of copper prices
07 Aug 2006
All of us, as individuals and as members of the electrical industry, have felt the effects of rising commodity prices over the past 24 months or so.
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More spools per pallet for 2.5mm flats
31 Jul 2006
Olex have increased the number of spools per pallet for 100mtr 2.5mm Twin & Earth flat sheathed PVC cables.
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Olex completes major Sri Lankan project
24 Jul 2006
Olex Australia successfully completed a major infrastructure project on a design and build basis in Colombo, Sri Lanka recently.
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New Customer Service Number
08 May 2006
The Olex Customer Service phone number has changed to 1300 CABLES (that’s 1300 222 537).
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Versolex shines at Commonwealth Games
26 Mar 2006
Melbourne manufactured Versolex cable played a critical role in the spectacular opening ceremony of XVIII Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
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Games Village Powered Up
26 Jan 2006
The Commonwealth Games athletes village is currently under construction, with Olex providing cable for the work.
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Olex Recognised for Excellent Customer Service
09 Jan 2006
Olex was recently presented with a Certificate of Recognition for displaying a high level of customer service and supplier performance in manufacturing flexibility to meet demand fluctuations.
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Going for Gold with Olex aerial cables
08 Dec 2005
Over 350km of Olex overhead aerial cable is being installed on a new Transmission Line that is being built in New South Wales.
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Olex supports NECA National Awards of Excellence
04 Nov 2005
For the second year running, Olex Australia is a proud sponsor of the NECA National Awards of Excellence.
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Olex invests in Australian industry
01 Oct 2005
Olex’s new Low Voltage Building Wire Plant at Lilydale, Victoria was officially opened by the Victorian Minister for Manufacturing and Export, the Honourable Andre Haermeyer MP recently.
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Changes to Olex Commercial Trading Arrangements
01 Jul 2005
Olex wishes to advise it customers of forthcoming changes to its commercial trading arrangements.
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