Queensland Energy Hub
A concrete BESS story in Australia, showing how investment logic meets project execution, location, partners and infrastructure significance.
Why BESS?
The project combines solar and battery storage into a unified energy solution designed for the needs of a modern, more flexible electricity system.
Why BESS?
The project combines solar and battery storage into a unified energy solution designed for the needs of a modern, more flexible electricity system.
More stability
BESS helps the grid balance and respond faster to fluctuations in production and consumption.
Better use of renewable sources
Energy storage enables more sensible use of solar and other generation, even when production and consumption are not aligned in time.
More flexibility
The energy system of the future needs solutions that can react quickly, efficiently and across different market and grid scenarios.
Project profile
The Gurambilbarra RTB (Ready-to-Build) project in Queensland, Australia. A unique private equity opportunity in cooperation with the global partner QiOn.
400
MWh
Battery storage capacity for energy storage and grid support.
392
GWh
Expected annual production within Queensland Energy Hub.
2028
Q1
Expected start of full operation of BESS Queensland.
Project profile
Calculations are based on the Forvis Mazars study for bank financing. Queensland offers returns that are currently unavailable in the European market.
Hybrid technology
A combination of generation and storage to maximise revenues.
PV capacity:
200 MW
BESS capacity:
400 MWh
Connection:
< 800m
Status and permits
The project is Ready-to-Build with all key approvals.
Development approval (DA):
Obtained
Land:
Secured (325ha)
EPC contracts:
Tier-1 contractors
Return security
Return security is supported by long-term contracts and analyses.
PPA agreement:
10 years (fixed rev.)
Analytics:
Aurora Energy
Audit:
PwC & Mazars & QiOn
The project, in which Elevate Future already holds an ownership stake, is being carried out in cooperation with expert partners, consultants and auditors, including QiOn, Mazars, Aurora Energy Research, SLR and Northern Consulting.
Investment and ownership structure
The investment is structured for optimal security and long-term return through a Slovenian SPV company.
Entry phase (capitalisation)
Full control over capital at the start of construction.
Investor (75%)
Others (25%)
Final operational structure
A lasting stake in a profitable asset with a seat in management.
Investor (25%)
Others (75%)
Return projections
Calculations are based on the Forvis Mazars study for bank financing. Queensland offers returns that are currently unavailable in the European market.
Scenario A
Trade Sale (2028–2030)
Sale of the stake at launch or stabilisation to an infrastructure fund.
2,1x ROI
Scenario B
Long-term (10 years)
Annual dividends + sale of the stable asset after the contractual period.
6,0x ROI
Project timeline
Preparation and permits; financing and construction; expected commissioning in Q1 2028.
Why the project matters
Because it connects a real location, concrete infrastructure, market context and clear project logic into one story that can be understood.
Why the project matters
Because it connects a real location, concrete infrastructure, market context and clear project logic into one story that can be understood.
Investment entry at the optimal stage
The project is in the Ready-to-Build stage, with key permit and execution preparation conditions fulfilled.
The right location, the right team
Queensland Energy Hub combines location, infrastructure and partners that give the project development and execution weight.
International expert background
The project brings together development, technical and financial partners who know how to take an energy solution from concept to execution.
Partners and expert background
Trust in Elevate Future projects is not created only by numbers, but is strengthened by an experienced team, partners and the professional environment in which we operate.
QiOn
Sungi Solar
Mazars
Aurora Energy Research
Milford Planning
SLR
Northern Consulting
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