Highlights:

  • DigiCo Infrastructure REIT (ASX:DGT) has appointed Simon Mitchell and Ralph Goninan as Co-Heads of DGT effective 21 August 2026.
  • Interim Chief Executive Officer Chris Maher will step down from the role on the same date.
  • Simon Mitchell will retain his role as Chief Financial Officer, while Ralph Goninan will continue as Chief Development Officer.
  • HMC Capital has appointed Damian Secen as Managing Director, Infrastructure.
  • The Leadership transition supports execution of DigiCo’s data centre Investment strategy and SYD1 expansion plans.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT (ASX:DGT) has announced a leadership transition with Simon Mitchell and Ralph Goninan appointed as Co-Heads of DGT, effective 21 August 2026.

The appointments are aimed at providing continuity of leadership as DigiCo continues to execute its data centre investment strategy and expansion plans.

Simon Mitchell and Ralph Goninan will retain their existing roles as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Development Officer respectively while taking on the additional Co-Head responsibilities.

New Co-Heads to Lead Next Growth Phase

DigiCo stated that both executives have played key roles in developing and implementing the company’s refreshed strategy.

The company said their combined experience and complementary capabilities will support continued execution of its investment mandate and long-term objectives.

DigiCo Chair Joseph Carrozzi AM said the Board was pleased to appoint Mr Mitchell and Mr Goninan, noting their involvement in delivering key strategic priorities.

Mr Carrozzi also acknowledged the contribution of Interim Chief Executive Officer Chris Maher, who will step down from the role following the leadership transition.

HMC Capital Expands Infrastructure Leadership

Alongside the DigiCo leadership changes, HMC Capital has appointed Damian Secen as Managing Director, Infrastructure.

In this role, Mr Secen will provide senior oversight and leadership across HMC Capital’s infrastructure businesses, including DigiCo and Illuma Energy.

Mr Secen brings more than 25 years of experience across infrastructure, energy and renewable sectors in Australia and international markets.

His background includes investment, development and asset management roles across infrastructure-related businesses.

Focus Remains on Data Centre Expansion

The leadership changes come as DigiCo continues to advance its data centre platform and investment strategy.

The company’s immediate priorities include executing expansion projects and converting customer Demand into additional contracted digital infrastructure capacity.

DigiCo Co-Head Simon Mitchell said the focus would remain on disciplined execution, maintaining financial flexibility and scaling the company’s data centre platform.

Mr Mitchell said the leadership team would continue working towards delivering long-term value for securityholders.

Co-Head Ralph Goninan said the immediate priority was progressing the SYD1 expansion while continuing to convert customer demand into contracted capacity.

Executive Experience Supports Infrastructure Delivery

Simon Mitchell has served as DigiCo’s Chief Financial Officer since its listing in December 2024.

He joined HMC Capital in 2023 and has more than 26 years of experience across professional finance roles, including Investment Banking research, Private Equity and accounting.

Mr Mitchell previously served as Managing Director and Head of Investment Research at UBS in Australia and New Zealand.

His career also includes experience as a Senior Investment Analyst specialising in industrial and infrastructure sectors at UBS and JP Morgan, along with private equity experience in London.

Ralph Goninan joined DigiCo in 2025 as Chief Development Officer and brings more than 20 years of experience delivering infrastructure and development projects across Australia and Asia.

His experience includes project delivery, commercial management and large-scale infrastructure development, including data centres and power-intensive infrastructure.

Mr Goninan previously held roles at Macquarie Group, Laing O’Rourke and Lendlease, working across transport, water, energy and other infrastructure projects.

Investor Takeaway

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT’s leadership update introduces a Co-Head structure as the company continues developing its digital infrastructure platform.

The appointments of Simon Mitchell and Ralph Goninan combine financial, development and infrastructure expertise as DigiCo progresses its investment strategy.

Investors may continue to monitor execution of expansion projects, leadership transition outcomes and progress across DigiCo’s data centre development pipeline.