KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 — Gamuda Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary in Australia, DT Infrastructure, is undertaking the delivery of the 75-megawatt (MW) Jinbi Solar Farm in Western Australia’s Pilbara region for Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation (YEC).
The regional engineering and construction group said the solar farm, consisting 160,000 solar panels, represents a critical milestone in the decarbonisation of the Pilbara region.
“Once operational, the project will support Rio Tinto’s regional power network operations with sustainable and dependable renewable energy,” it said in a statement.
DT Infrastructure chief executive officer (CEO) John Anderson said the project is significant for both the region’s energy transition and DT Infrastructure’s growing renewables portfolio.
“This project is not only a vital addition to our renewable energy pipeline but also a testament to our commitment to the Pilbara’s future infrastructure. Partnering with one of Australia’s largest Indigenous-led renewable energy initiatives allows us to support YEC in delivering meaningful, long-term outcomes for the Yindjibarndi community,” he said.
Gamuda said the project is one of several major developments being progressed by YEC through its Chichester Range and Eastern Development Zone renewable energy hubs that support more than 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of wind, solar and battery storage projects in the Pilbara Region.
Meanwhile, YEC CEO Craig Ricato said DT Infrastructure’s involvement is a key step in realising YEC’s vision for sustainable energy in Yindjibarndi Country.
“We are excited to work with a partner that shares our commitment to technical excellence and meaningful community outcomes as we move toward our goal of delivering 3GW of renewable capacity in the Pilbara,” he said.
Gamuda said project mobilisation is currently progressing, with completion expected in early 2028.
