The introduction of new construction technologies, of novel launching methods for rigs, tunnel or ship modules, of innovative aircraft or building design were evidence of the imagination and inventiveness of Transfield's staff and workforce.
However, the quantum leap was the aggressive acquisition of AMECON in 1988. In one swell swoop, Transfield grafted on complex technological capacity and a pre-eminent contracting position, the envy of their peer group. Together with the acquisition of ICAL, which brought with it world class power generation technology, no engineering feat seemed unattainable for the company.