News & Media

Opus is frequently mentioned in the news, usually in association with the project work we carry out for our clients.

We also publish our own external magazine Momentum which highlights some current projects. 

Our projects and our people often win industry awards for their innovation and service excellence.  Technical papers are also published and presented at industry forums and conferences.

Please click on the links below for our recent news clippings and media releases.

 

Infrastructure company back on expansion path following crisis [Dominion Post] - Wellington-based infrastructure consultancy Opus International Consultants says new markets in the Middle East and Asia are also now on the radar as the business looks to expand in Australia and Canada.  Click here to read more.

Opus major for retiring engineering CEO [Dominion Post] - Changing the culture to one of openness has been a highlight for Kevin Thompson  Click here to read more.

Opus tracking the pace of markets [Headliner] - Analysts' opinion of international engineering consultancy Opus' (NZX: OIC)1H result and outlook are mixed, although all agree the business sits in a strong market position. Click here to read more.

British unit a boost for Opus [The Dominion Post] - NSX-listed engineering firm, Opus International Consultants more than doubled tax-paid profit in the six months to June 30 thanks mainly to a dramatic turnaround in the fortunes of its British unit. Click here to read more.

Opus reactivates expansion plans [Dominion Post] - Infrastructure services company Opus is back on the acquision trail. Click here to read more.

Past 'master' passes reins to 'student' [Dominion Post] - The Master, Don Trow, is stepping down to be replaced by the former student Alan Isaac on the board of Wellington's infrastructure consultancy Opus.  Click here to read more.

Opus profits rise 6pc in 'challenging but successful year' [Dominion Post] - Opus' profits are up more than 6 per cent to $18.6 million.  Opus shares were up 15 cents $1.80 a share yesterday, a strong rise from a 12-month low.  Click here to read more.

$18.6m profit for Opus [NZ Herald] - Opus achieved a gross on earnings in the year to 31 December.  Click here to read more.

Opus holds promise [Headliner] - Opus receives an outperform rating from brokerage First NZ Capital.  Click here to read more.

Opus announces change in Directors [NZX Announcement] - Opus has announced the appointment of a new Director, Chin Chi Haw, and the resignation of Tan See Yin from the board.  Click here to read more.

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Appointment of Dr David Prentice as Opus Chief Executive - Dr David Prentice has been appointed Chief Executive of Opus International Consultants Limited to replace retiring Chief Executive, Dr Kevin Thompson. Click here to read more.

Opus Reports Good Half Year Result - Opus International Consultants' net profit  after tax for the first half of this year was $10.4 million, well ahead of the $5.1 million profit recorded for the same period last year.  Click here to read more.

Retirement of Kevin Thompson - Dr Kevin Thompson has advised Opus International Consultants Limited of his intention to retire as Chief Executive with effect from 30 September 2010.  Click here to read more.

Results of Opus Annual Meeting 2010 - The Annual Meeting of Opus International Consultants shareholder’s was held today in Wellington.  Click here to read more.

Highlights of Chairman's Address to shareholders at 2010 Annual Meeting - At the inaugural Annual Meeting, Opus' Chairman, Kerry McDonald said that 2009 had been a challenging but ultimately successful year for Opus, in spite of the serious recession in many economies.  Click here to read more.

Opus performs well in challenging year - New Zealand’s largest infrastructure consultancy provider, Opus International Consultants (Opus) has reported another good year.  For the year ended 31 December 2009, Revenue was $367.8 million, down 1% on the prior year, but Opus achieved EBIT growth of 5.3% to $25.3 million and Net Profit After Tax growth of 6.3% to $18.6 million.  Click here to read more.

New name follows successful integration - Following the successful integration with its parent company in 2007, Opus Qantec McWilliam has now been renamed as Opus International Consultants (Australia) Pty Ltd.  Click here for more details.

Consultancy rebrand to recognise global identity - Following the successful integration with its parent company in March last year, Opus Joynes Pike Ltd has now been rebranded as Opus.  Click here to read more.

Opus reports half-year result - Opus' net profit after tax for the Half Year ended 30 June 2009 was $5.1 million.  Performance improved sharply through the Half, reflecting decisive actions by the Company.  The improving trend is expected to continue and the full year result is expected to be in line with market expectations.  Click here to read more.

Opus forecasts solid full year despite a soft first half - despite difficulties in the UK in the early part of 2009, Opus expects to trade for the full 2009 year in line with market expectations.  Click here to read more.

Results of Opus Annual Meeting 2009 - The second Annual Meeting of Shareholders since Opus International Consultants was listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange was held today in Wellington. Click here to read more.

Opus Annual Meeting for Shareholders 15 April 2009 - Opus International Consultants’ Chairman, Kerry McDonald, said the Board was pleased with the year end results for 2008 and that the company had fared comparatively well given the global financial turmoil and depressed equity markets. Click here to read more.

Opus performs well and exceeds forecasts  - Opus International Consultants, New Zealand’s largest infrastructure consultancy, has reported another good year. For the year ended 31 December 2008, Revenue was $371.5 million, up 25.4 percent on the previous year and the Net Surplus after Tax was $17.5 million, up 23.4 percent. Click here to read more.

Opus appoints two new Directors - Opus International Consultants announced today the appointment of two new Directors, Keith Watson and Fraser Whineray, both Auckland based businessmen who have considerable experience in international and customer focussed businesses. Click here to read more.

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