We’re proud to announce that Northern Lights Utility Locating and Inspection has once again been named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Indianapolis area—earning the #4 spot on the 2025 IBJ Fast 25 list.
This is our second consecutive year being recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal, following a #3 ranking in 2024. Being in the top 5 for two years running is an extraordinary milestone—and a direct result of our team’s dedication, our partners’ trust, and the increasing demand for accurate, safe utility locating and inspection services.
Each year, the Indianapolis Business Journal highlights 25 privately held companies based in Central Indiana that demonstrate the highest revenue growth over a three-year period. It’s not just a list—it’s a benchmark for performance, strategy, and leadership in a competitive regional economy.
To qualify, companies must be based in the Indianapolis metro area, be privately held, and have achieved consistent, verifiable year-over-year growth. It’s a rigorous selection process, and we’re honored to be part of this elite group again.
Our goal is simple: make the underground visible to keep people safe.
Utility locating isn’t just about lines in the ground—it’s about preventing costly delays, service disruptions, and most importantly, injuries. As development continues across Indiana, the need for experienced utility locating and inspection providers has never been greater.
Our team is the heartbeat of everything we do. Their accuracy, responsiveness, and pride in their work set us apart. Hiring people of good character is important, since the nature of our work involves working out in the field, often independently. We thank our entire team, both out in the field and in-office, for their hard work and dedication. Our employees are what makes Northern Lights, 'Brilliantly Precise', and we are grateful for each and every team member.
We’ve invested heavily in people, training, and technology to ensure we stay at the forefront of the industry. From private locating to SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) support, every service we provide is rooted in safety, speed, and precision.
Landing at #4 on the IBJ Fast 25 isn’t just a statistic—it’s confirmation that we’re on the right track. It’s a reflection of the way we do business: with integrity, with urgency, and with a focus on partnership.
"We're not going to grow too fast, but we have a lot of additional opportunities that we're working on right now that'll come to fruition. We're in nine states right now. And there will be more."
— Caitlin Flater, Chief Operating Officer (Source: IBJ)
To the people who make Northern Lights what it is—thank you. This recognition is the result of your dedication, your hustle, and your belief in doing things the right way.
From the field to the office, every locate, every inspection, every decision adds up. You’ve helped build something special: a company that leads with safety, operates with integrity, and grows with purpose.
As we look toward the future, we’re not just excited about growth—we’re excited to keep growing with this team.
We invite our clients, partners, and community members to learn more about this achievement and what it means for our future. Discover the full story of our growth and our impact on the utility and construction industries in the IBJ's digital publication supplement here. You can read the full digital article (with an IBJ membership) here as well.
Thank you again to every member of the Northern Lights team. Here’s to more growth, more safety, and more innovation together!
