Energy & Utility Construction Capabilities
Our Capabilities
NPL Canada is a North American leader in utility construction, partnering with regulated utilities, municipalities, and industrial operators to build and maintain the infrastructure and utilities that keep power, gas, and data flowing 24/7. As part of Centuri, with operating roots that stretch back 115 years and a workforce of 8,600 craft professionals supported by more than 13,000 fleet assets, we combine local agility with the resources of the #2 firm on Engineering-News Record’s Top-600 Utility list. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: Connecting People to Power. We do so safely, reliably, and with an eye on the next generation of energy solutions.
NPL Canada’s holistic service portfolio supports our customers’ ever-increasing energy and infrastructure demands while surpassing today’s safety benchmarks. Our BLS Industry Comparison TRIR & DART safety scores outperform industry averages, demonstrating our commitment to the resources and training needed to achieve world-class safety.
Natural Gas Infrastructure
NPL Canada offers a full range of pipeline construction, maintenance, fabrication, and replacement services for natural gas, gas liquids, petroleum products, and crude oil. Our certified crews deliver turnkey solutions—from planning and installation to inspection and testing—for plastic, steel, and mainline pipelines ranging from ½ to 48 inches in diameter. We also specialize in cast iron replacement with polyethylene systems and provide comprehensive maintenance and integrity services, including investigative digs, coating, hydrostatic testing, and class location upgrades, supported by detailed quality control and 24/7 client support. Additionally, our directional drilling teams deliver advanced trenchless installations for natural gas and related utilities.
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Underground Infrastructure
NPL Canada has the resources for underground electric utility cable installations and rehabilitation and all types of underground and aerial communications infrastructure construction. We specialize in joint trenching to assist developers and utilities in combining the installation of pipe and cable for gas, hydro, telephone, and cable TV in a common trench.
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Distributed Power, Renewable & Industrial
NPL Canada delivers turnkey distributed power solutions— renewable natural gas (RNG) systems and pipelines. Although the U.S. has a cumulative renewable energy capacity of 430GW, more expansion is needed to achieve net zero (BloombergNEF, 2024). We’re well-equipped and experienced to manage the civil construction requirements for a variety of renewable energy projects. We are helping utilities capture this opportunity.
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combined years serving utilities
employees across North America
fleet assets
Our Approach
- Plan & Survey: We obtain all necessary regulatory permits before project commencement.
- Mobilize & Install: Crews mobilize our specialized equipment along with certified welders, linemen, and operators to self-perform the work , supported by either union or open-shop labor to match regional needs.
- Test & Commission: Our process verifies that all utility systems are safe, compliant, and fully operational before being placed into service.
- Restore: We restore sites to their original or improved condition through hydrostatic testing, geotechnical work, environmental protection, station re-coating, line lowering and pipeline and facility in-line inspection support.
- Maintain: Post construction, we conduct inspection, quality checks, right-of-way maintenance, and overhead and underground maintenance for gas assets. We also provide demolition, decommissioning, and ongoing maintenance services to ensure the long-term integrity and reliability of infrastructure.
Safety & Quality Commitment
NPL’s behavior-based safety programs and our BLS-based safety benchmarks ensure everyone goes home safely. Thousands of training hours and the use of certified technicians only reinforce our sustainable safety culture. With a quality management system focus, NPL Canada has multiple projects with zero recordable incidents.
Our unwavering commitments to safety and quality distinguish us as an industry leader and have earned us valuable long-term relationships with our customers. Backed by Centuri’s national safety programs.
Why Choose NPL?
- Scale & Stability: Coast-to-coast footprint, NYSE-listed (CTRI) public markets financial strength, and average customer relationships of 24 years.
- Workforce Flexibility: Labor adaptability supports regional requirements without compromising craft quality.
- Rapid Mobilization: Proven ability to marshal crews and asset fleets for storms, wildfires, and critical outages.
Ready to Build the Future?
NPL Canada isn’t just another contractor; we’re backed by Centuri, a long-term strategic partner that helps you navigate a dynamic energy market. Contact us today to discuss partnership opportunities, project bids, or emergency preparedness plans. Let’s power the next century of safe, reliable, sustainable infrastructure and utilities together.
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Citations
BloombergNEF (2024, September 24). Unlocking Investment to Triple Renewables by 2030. https://assets.bbhub.io/professional/sites/24/Unlocking-Investment-to-Triple-Renewables-by-2030.pdf
Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024, November 8). Employer-Reported Workplace Injuries And Illnesses – 2023. https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/osh.pdf