SWSAPL Files Arbitration Against Shell for Gangarri Solar Farm Contracts
Sterling and Wilson Solar Australia Pty Ltd (SWSAPL), a material step-down subsidiary of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Ltd, has initiated arbitration proceedings against Shell New Energies Australia Pty Ltd (Shell) under the London Court of International Arbitration Rules. The arbitration, filed on July 14, 2026, pertains to claims arising from contracts for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of the Gangarri Solar Farm in Queensland, Australia. SWSAPL is seeking recovery of claims, with potential damages estimated at AUD $28,029,620.50 and USD $1,638,628 for the full capacity scenario, and AUD $20,604,122.57 and USD $1,638,628 for a reduced capacity scenario, plus interest and legal costs.
Key Highlights
- Subsidiary SWSAPL initiates arbitration against Shell.
- Dispute concerns EPC and O&M contracts for Gangarri Solar Farm.
- Claims amount to over AUD $28 million and USD $1.6 million.
- Arbitration filed under London Court of International Arbitration Rules.
- Outcome depends on successful arbitration in favor of SWSAPL.
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