While AI darlings and tech rockets steal the headlines, some of the best-performing shares on the ASX in 2025 come from unexpected corners.
One standout? Tasmea Ltd (ASX: TEA). This "boring" but brilliant industrial services company has quietly surged over 115% in the past 12 months — and paid dividends along the way.
What does Tasmea do?
Tasmea isn't a flashy growth stock burning through cash. Tasmea operates a national network of over 20 integrated businesses delivering essential maintenance, engineering, and shutdown services to some of Australia's most important industries. These include mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, infrastructure, defence, and water management — sectors where equipment uptime and operational safety are non-negotiable.
The company is structured across four key service streams: industrial electrical, mechanical, civil engineering, and fluid systems. This means Tasmea's teams might be maintaining high-voltage electrical assets at a remote mining site, delivering mechanical shutdown services for a gas plant, or installing geomembranes and fluid drainage systems for water infrastructure.
Each subsidiary brings niche trade skills, but operates under a cohesive model, allowing the group to deliver turnkey solutions to blue-chip clients like BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP), Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO), and Santos Ltd (ASX: STO). These relationships are locked in through long-term Master Service Agreements, ensuring high levels of recurring revenue.
In an economy undergoing an energy and infrastructure transformation, Tasmea is strategically positioned to thrive and keep Australia's industrial engines running smoothly.
An IPO that's delivered
Tasmea listed on the ASX in April 2024 and closed its first day at $1.85 — a 19% gain for IPO investors. The share price then traded sideways for several months before starting its current trajectory following earnings results in August 2024. Tasmea achieved annual revenue of $400 million, representing a 25% increase from the previous year, pro forma operating earnings (EBIT) of $54.8 million, and net profit after tax (NPAT) of $36.9 million, 10% above guidance.
Growth accelerating in FY25
The momentum continued in the first half of FY25. 1H revenue jumped 27.6% to $246.6 million, while net profit after tax (NPAT) surged 76.6% to $27.9 million.
The company capped off the financial year 2025 by surprising investors with a fully franked special dividend of 12 cents per share, citing "strong financial performance" and confidence in its business model. Investors will be eager to read the full-year results, which will be released soon, although the company recently reaffirmed FY25 NPAT guidance of $52 million.
A key driver for FY25 was the acquisition of Future Engineering Group, which transformed Tasmea's Electrical division into its highest-margin unit. Management has smartly positioned this division to capture tailwinds from Australia's energy transition and renewables push.
Updated guidance shows confidence
On 25 June 2025, Tasmea upgraded its FY26 guidance, now expecting earnings growth to achieve an operating profit of $110 million and NPAT of $70 million
These revised figures imply further earnings growth and demonstrate management's conviction in both organic and acquisition-led expansion.
Founders still have skin in the game
As of the time of writing, founders Stephen Young and Mark Vartuli still hold a significant share ownership and work within the business. This kind of insider ownership provides alignment with shareholders and signals long-term confidence in the company's trajectory.
Foolish thoughts
Of course, no company is without risks. Tasmea's growth relies on successfully integrating acquisitions — a strategy that can come unstuck if execution falters. But so far, the company has delivered operationally and financially, building a resilient business with strong recurring revenue and industry relevance.
In a market often captivated by hype, Tasmea's performance is a reminder that consistent execution and essential services can still win the day.
