NSL Property Group has finalised a significant lease agreement for a high-profile industrial site at 9/331 Ingles Street in Port Melbourne, with leading infrastructure contractor Kelly Electrical taking up the tenancy. The deal strengthens the industrial landscape in Port Phillip and highlights the area’s growing importance for infrastructure-related operations.
Lease Details
Tenant: Kelly Electrical – specialists in large-scale infrastructure since 2012
Annual Rent: $220,000 plus outgoings
Location Advantage: Positioned just 3 km from Melbourne’s CBD, with direct access to key arterial roads and transport links
According to NSL Property Group’s Managing Director Guy Naselli, the lease is “a win on every level” and provides Kelly Electrical with a base to support its expanding pipeline of projects across Victoria. He noted that the Ingles Street address offers the right mix of space, access, and industrial-grade fitout to meet the firm’s operational needs.
A Strategic Move for Kelly Electrical
Kelly Electrical has built a strong reputation delivering complex energy infrastructure across Victoria. A recent example includes their work on the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub, where the team managed 33kV and LV cabling, Megapack installation, commissioning, and testing for a 600 MW / 1.6 GWh battery energy storage system.
Their new Port Melbourne base places them in close proximity to the West Gate Freeway, the Port of Melbourne, and Melbourne’s central grid, providing a logistical advantage for servicing both city-based and regional infrastructure developments.
What It Means for Port Phillip
Kelly Electrical’s arrival signals renewed confidence in Port Melbourne’s industrial sector. This strategic tenancy brings with it a range of community and economic benefits, including:
Job Creation: Opportunities for skilled local employment in electrical contracting, maintenance, and support roles
Business Spillover: Increased demand for local suppliers, logistics, and professional services
Industrial Momentum: Strengthens Port Melbourne’s profile as a key player in Melbourne’s infrastructure network
This lease reflects a growing trend of infrastructure contractors establishing themselves in inner-urban industrial precincts. The area’s proximity to ports, freeways, and commercial zones makes it a smart location for businesses looking to scale up quickly.
Building Momentum in Port Melbourne
As reported by Property Markets News, the demand for well-located, high-spec industrial properties in Port Melbourne continues to rise. NSL Property Group has played a key role in activating many of these industrial pockets, which are increasingly sought after by infrastructure, logistics, and construction-related firms.
Residents may begin to notice increased operational activity around Ingles Street as Kelly Electrical moves in and gears up for future projects. With infrastructure investment set to remain a major part of Victoria’s economic strategy, Port Melbourne is well-positioned to benefit from a long-term uplift in industrial employment and strategic business presence.
