What Comtex does

Comtex is a privately held Australian specialist infrastructure contractor founded in 1988 and operating through Comtex Holdings Pty Ltd. The company designs, builds, and maintains integrated electrical, communications, security, and technology systems for enterprise and government clients across commercial, healthcare, defence, residential build-to-rent, and venue sectors in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and the ACT. Service lines span electrical (switchboards, UPS, generators, lighting, general power, solar), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for in-building multi-carrier cellular coverage, data and communications (structured cabling, fibre, voice), GPON/FTTx fibre networks, Integrated Communications Networks (ICN) converging building systems onto a single IP network, security (CCTV, access control, BMS, intercom, alarms), audio-visual, fire and emergency systems, nurse call, and defence-specific Type 1A/Class 5 security installations. Active accounts and projects span NSW Health hospitals (Sydney Children's Hospital 25+ years, St George Hospital 20+ years, Griffith Hospital, Wyvern Private), the Department of Defence (RAAF Richmond, Garden Island, Orchard Hills, Victoria Barracks), Department of Education (Parramatta Square, Arthur Phillip High School), major venues (MCG, Sydney Opera House), commercial property developers (Mirvac, Dexus, Investa/Oxford Properties, Built, TOGA), and broadcast and financial institutions (ABC Ultimo, Bank of China).

The technical foundation is the ICN architecture, which converges BMS, Wi-Fi, security, CCTV, access control, and fire onto a unified IP network. Comtex holds specialised GPON capability through wholly owned subsidiary PON Projects (founded 2012, acquired April 2020; 320,000+ dwellings connected nationwide) and ICN capability through Koolie Communications (acquired March 2024). The business runs a project-based services model covering design, construction, installation, and maintenance under fixed-price contracts, with revenue weighted toward one-time project deployment and supplemented by recurring managed-services and long-term maintenance contracts. Services are delivered in-house across electrical, communications, and security disciplines without sub-contracting, supported by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership, and Gallagher Certified Channel Partner status.

Comtex uses an enterprise field-sales go-to-market targeting property developers, government agencies, healthcare providers, construction primes, and direct facility owners. Operational presence spans Sydney (headquarters relocated November 2025 from Caringbah to Condell Park), Brisbane (regional headquarters, Acacia Ridge), and Melbourne (project presence through Koolie Communications). Documented flagship deployments include Brisbane Waterfront ($2M ICN scope within a $2.5B, 54-storey Dexus development, completion 2028), Marrickville Metro ($7.6M), ABC Ultimo ($2M), Griffith Hospital ($3M), Wyvern Private Hospital ($2.5M), and the Melbourne Cricket Ground DAS modernisation. Pre-qualification on the NSW Government ICT Services SCM0020 Advanced Registration Supplier List and approved status in the Defence Base Services Transformation Program provide dedicated procurement pathways for high-value government work.

Name

Comtex

Legal name

Comtex Holdings Pty Ltd

Website

https://comtex.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Australian privately held specialist infrastructure contractor founded in 1988 delivering integrated electrical, communications, security, and ICN technology solutions for healthcare, defence, commercial property, and residential developments across NSW, QLD, and VIC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications & ICT Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Low-Voltage & Security Systems Contracting (Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion) (IMAFALAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Contracting (Commercial/Industrial) (IMAIABAC), Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

Keywords

• Integrated communications networks
• Distributed antenna systems
• Structured cabling infrastructure
• Building security integration
• GPON fibre deployment

Headquarters

HQ city

Caringbah

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Project-based Infrastructure Services: Design, construction, installation, and maintenance of electrical, communications, security, DAS, GPON, and ICN infrastructure for commercial, government, and residential developments. Revenue earned on fixed-price project contracts. Services delivered in-house without sub-contracting.
2. Managed Services & Maintenance: Ongoing maintenance and support contracts for installed systems including security monitoring, patrols, and after-project support. Recurring service revenue from long-term client relationships.
3. Integrated Solutions: Bespoke integrated technology solutions combining multiple systems (BMS, WiFi, ICN, fire, AV) under a single project scope. Delivered as end-to-end project packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Comtex designs, builds, installs, and maintains integrated electrical, data, communications, security, and in-building technology infrastructure for commercial, healthcare, defence, education, stadium, and residential developments across Australia. Services are delivered in-house across disciplines (electrical fit-outs, structured cabling, fibre/GPON, Distributed Antenna Systems, CCTV/access control/BMS/alarms, Audio Visual, fire systems, and converged Integrated Communications Networks) on a project-based contract basis, with ongoing managed maintenance and support.

Product overview

Comtex is a specialist ICT infrastructure and technology services company offering an integrated suite of solutions across electrical, communications, security, and technology sectors. The company operates under a multi-entity group structure (Comtex Holdings Pty Ltd and related entities) and has acquired specialist brands including Koolie Communications (ICN solutions, 2019), PON Projects (GPON infrastructure, 2020), and JLM Integrated Security Solutions. The portfolio includes core service lines: Electrical Services (switchboards, UPS, generators, lighting, solar), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for cellular coverage, Data & Communications (structured cabling, fibre, voice), Passive Optical Networks (GPON/FTTx), Security Systems (CCTV, access control, alarms, intercoms, BMS), Integrated Communications Networks (ICN) converging multiple building systems, Audio Visual solutions, Fire and Emergency Systems, Defence Solutions, and Nurse Call Systems. The company also offers a customer mobile app. Services are delivered in-house without sub-contracting across commercial, industrial, government, and Defence sectors in Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Koolie Communications: Specialist provider of Integrated Communications Networks (ICN), delivering backbone infrastructure for modern smart buildings, including GPON, structured cabling, and Wi-Fi networks.
• PON Projects
• JLM Integrated

Products and services

• Electrical Services Design, installation and fit-out of electrical infrastructure including switchboards, UPS, generators, lighting and lighting control, general power, and solar solutions for commercial, industrial, government and defence facilities.
• Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Design, build and test services for in-building multi-carrier cellular coverage using Commscope ION-M active systems with remote units and LTE1800 MIMO compliance, for stadiums, venues, hospitals, commercial buildings and defence facilities.
• Data & Communications Infrastructure Design and installation of structured cabling (Cat6, Cat6a, Cat6 F/UTP), fibre optic networks, air blown fibre systems, voice and telephony infrastructure for commercial, industrial and data centre applications.
• Passive Optical Networks (GPON) Design, construction and maintenance of GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) and FTTx fibre infrastructure for residential estates, MDUs, hotels and aged care facilities. Includes civil works, pit and pipe construction, and fibre distribution builds.
• Integrated Security Systems Design, installation and monitoring of integrated security systems including CCTV and VMS (Milestone, Inner Range), access control (Inner Range Integriti, Gallagher), intercom, alarm and duress systems, building management system integration, and security monitoring and patrols.
• Integrated Communications Networks (ICN) Converged network infrastructure solutions integrating data, Wi-Fi, security, BMS, CCTV, access control and more onto a single unified IP network. Includes network design, switching infrastructure (Cisco, HP Aruba, Commscope Ruckus, Fortinet), wireless access points, and common server platforms. Delivered by Comtex and subsidiary Koolie Communications.
• Audio Visual Solutions Design and installation of Audio Visual systems including meeting room and collaboration spaces, video walls, digital signage, and wayfinding solutions for commercial and enterprise environments.
• Defence Industry Solutions High-security in-building infrastructure solutions for the Australian Defence industry and supply chain, including Type 1A alarm systems, Class 5 security upgrades, BMS upgrades, DAS audits, and security installations compliant with Australian Government directives.
• Fire and Emergency Systems Design and installation of fire protection and emergency systems including Emergency Warning and Intercommunication Systems (EWIS), dry fire systems, and emergency exit signage.
• Managed Maintenance & Monitoring Services Ongoing maintenance, support and monitoring contracts for installed electrical, communications, security and ICN systems, including security monitoring, patrols, and after-project support for enterprise and government clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• GPON installation at Anglicare Oran Park reduced IT capital costs by significantly reducing cabling and eliminating the need for a second communications room
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core, standard and major.

• GallaghercoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2025Comtex is an official Gallagher Certified Channel Partner, having undergone rigorous training and accreditation. Gallagher is a global leader in integrated security solutions known for reliability, scalability, and advanced innovation. Comtex is certified to design, install, and support Gallagher access control and perimeter/intrusion detection systems for clients across enterprise and government sectors.
• Koolie CommunicationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKoolie Communications is a specialist ICN provider established in 2019. Comtex acquired a controlling interest in Koolie Communications in March 2024. Koolie delivers the backbone infrastructure connecting modern developments into fully integrated, smart environments, with expertise across MDUs, fibre builds, GPON, structured cabling, and Wi-Fi networks across Australia.
• PON ProjectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPON Projects is a Comtex subsidiary (acquired April 2020) specializing in GPON design, installation, and maintenance. Founded in 2012, it has connected over 320,000 dwellings for clients including Lend Lease, NBN Co, OptiComm, and Visionstream. Operates in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Townsville.
• JLM Integrated Security SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJLM is a boutique security solutions provider established in 2007 (with 25+ years of industry heritage), operating as a Comtex Group company. Specializes in CCTV/VMS, access control, intercom systems, and alarm & duress solutions across government, education, healthcare, motorways, rail, ports, and construction sectors.
• Inner RangecoreTechnology or IntegrationComtex implements Inner Range Integriti security systems across multiple projects, including 270 Pitt Street Sydney (120 access control doors with lift integrations), Darlinghurst Collection (50+ access control doors and CCTV), Sydney Cricket Ground (networked access control), and Fashion Spree (Inner Range Integriti extensions). Inner Range is an Australian manufacturer of integrated security management platforms.
• Commscope (Ruckus Networks)coreTechnology or IntegrationComtex and Koolie Communications deploy Commscope Ruckus end-to-end solutions for Wi-Fi networks across commercial and residential developments. Used in LIV Aston Mirvac BTR (120 WAPs), 3 McNab Ave Footscray (30 WAPs), Brisbane Waterfront (130+ WAPs), and other major projects.
• HP ArubastandardTechnology or IntegrationKoolie Communications deploys HP Aruba Smart Rate Switches for core and edge switching in ICN projects, including Ravenswood Wellbeing and Sports Centre. Provides multi-gigabit connectivity for smart building networks.
• CiscostandardTechnology or IntegrationCisco network switches used in hospital and commercial projects (Griffith Hospital with Cisco network switches; Cisco WAPs deployed at Rhodes Central Recreation Centre). Cisco is used for enterprise network infrastructure across multiple projects.
• Milestone SystemsstandardTechnology or IntegrationMilestone VMS (Video Management System) platform deployed at multiple projects including Kingswood TAFE (Milestone VMS server), Fashion Spree Shopping Centre (VMS integration with CCTV), and other commercial projects for enterprise-grade video surveillance.
• OptiCommstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOptiComm is a wholesale FTTP network provider. PON Projects (Comtex subsidiary) serves as a contractor for OptiComm delivering GPON infrastructure. Projects include Yarrabilba residential community (Lend Lease development) where PON Projects installs GPON for OptiComm.
• HoneywellstandardTechnology or IntegrationComtex supports Honeywell as sub-contractor for Defence Plaza security installation (access control, CCTV, Type 1A alarm system, BWAS). Also engaged directly by Honeywell for Department of Defence Type 1A/Class 5 security upgrades. Honeywell is a key defence security partner.
• TOGAmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTOGA (a developer) engages Koolie Communications and Comtex for ICN and communications packages across multiple Sydney developments including Darlinghurst Collection ($1M, heritage buildings on Oxford Street) and Surry Hills Village ($1M+, 6-tower mixed-use precinct). TOGA has become a key developer client for Comtex Group.
• MirvacmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMirvac is a major Australian property developer and one of Comtex's key clients. Projects include LIV Aston build-to-rent in Melbourne CBD ($400M, 32-storey), 8 Chifley Square brownfield ICN upgrade (32-storey commercial tower), and others. Mirvac represents a significant recurring client relationship.
• DexusmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDexus is a major Australian real estate group. Comtex was awarded the $2M ICN contract for the $2.5B Brisbane Waterfront development — a landmark 54-storey project representing one of Comtex's largest single infrastructure awards.
• Investa / Oxford PropertiesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInvesta in partnership with Oxford Properties engaged Koolie Communications for the $450M 3 McNab Ave Footscray BTR project (700+ apartments). Koolie delivers ICN, Wi-Fi, and common server platform. Significant build-to-rent sector engagement.
• BillbergiastandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBillbergia is a property developer. Comtex and Koolie Communications delivered ICN including all backbone fibre and copper cabling for Rhodes Central Recreation Centre (600+ apartment development in Rhodes Station Precinct). HP Aruba switching and Cisco WAPs deployed.
• ADCO ConstructionsstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorADCO Constructions is a major Australian builder. Comtex delivered electrical, lighting, communications, ICN and fire services for Marrickville Metro ($7.6M, $142M shopping centre redevelopment). Also builder for Griffith Hospital project ($3M communications package).
• BuiltstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuilt is a national construction company. Comtex delivered communications infrastructure for Parramatta Square ($1.5M, Department of Education fit-out) and 270 Pitt Street Sydney ($170M commercial tower redevelopment — ICN, comms, security scope).
• Lend LeasestandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLend Lease is a major property developer. PON Projects (Comtex subsidiary) has completed numerous GPON projects for Lend Lease including Yarrabilba residential community. Lend Lease has also been cited as a client on the JLM Integrated security client roster.
• John HollandstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJohn Holland (civil engineering and building contractor) is the builder for the $2.5B Brisbane Waterfront development. Comtex's $2M ICN contract is delivered as part of this project team.
• Department of DefencecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorComtex is a DISP member and approved participant in the Defence Base Services Transformation Program. Engaged by Department of Defence across multiple NSW bases (RAAF Richmond, Garden Island, Orchard Hills, Victoria Barracks) for Type 1A/Class 5 security upgrades, BMS, and DAS audits. Also supported Honeywell and Secom as sub-contractor on Defence projects.
• CommscopecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommscope ION-M active DAS systems deployed at MCG (6 remote units, LTE1800 MIMO compliant). Commscope Ruckus Wi-Fi solutions deployed across multiple residential and commercial projects (LIV Aston, 3 McNab Ave, Brisbane Waterfront).
• PanduitstandardTechnology or IntegrationPanduit Structured Cabling Solutions deployed at Rhodes Central Recreation Centre as part of end-to-end ICN and cabling solution.
• FortinetstandardTechnology or IntegrationFortinet wireless access points deployed at 270 Pitt Street Sydney (25-storey commercial tower redevelopment). Fortinet HA firewalls part of redundant core infrastructure.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Fredon Industries: Fredon is an Australian electrical, communications, and security contractor delivering integrated building infrastructure for commercial, healthcare, and government clients. Highly comparable to Comtex in scale, service mix (electrical + data + security), and target verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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