Downer's NZ revenue jumps 59% as Hawkins makes full contribution

Downer's NZ revenue jumps 59% as Hawkins makes full contribution
Paul McBeth
By Paul McBeth Aug. 16 (BusinessDesk) - Sales at Downer EDI's New Zealand division rose 59 percent, benefitting from last year's purchase of parts of the Hawkins Group. Sydney-based Downer's revenue from New Zealand and the Pacific Islands climbed to A$2.44 billion in the 12 months ended June 30, from A$1.54 billion, as Hawkins made a full-year contribution to the Australian firm. New Zealand's second-biggest construction company was also singled out for supporting a 19 percent rise in earnings at Downer's engineering, construction and ma...