Silicosis has been flagged as a problem in the Australian mining industry since the beginning of the 20th century. Yet the dust disease is still prevalent today. Over 600,000 Australian workers are exposed to silica dust each year and an estimated 230 develop lung cancer as a result. “In mines and quarry sites, there are … Continue reading Breathing easier with silica controls in the workplace →

Almost half of global mining companies rank licence to operate as the biggest issue for business in the Top 10 Business Risks and Opportunities 2020 report. But what is Australia most concerned with?

Wood Mackenzie breaks down the latest developments in FLNG, and trends ahead for the industry.

Today’s infographic explains how oil is formed, while also covering some of oil’s uses and history. It also mentions an alternate theory on how oil is formed.

When it comes to conserving the world’s oceans, bigger isn’t necessarily better. Globally, there has been an increasing trend towards placing very large marine reserves in remote regions. While these reserves help to meet some conservation targets, we don’t know if they are achieving their ultimate goal of protecting the diversity of life. In 2002, … Continue reading Oil, gas and marine parks really can coexist in our oceans – here’s how →

Crude oil is the world’s most actively traded commodity, and oil-related trades are a staple for traders, hedgers, investors around the globe. This infographic examines where trading begin, and where it may head.

An infographic outlining why, and how, oil prices fluctuate.

Josh Frydenberg’s speech at Energy Networks 2016 Energy in Transition Conference.

The Australian gas market is undergoing significant structural change. Remarkably, just a decade ago low levels of production and exploration saw plans advanced to import gas from Papua New Guinea. Wind the clock forward to today, and Australia is on the cusp of becoming the world’s largest LNG exporter, having seen more than $200 billion invested … Continue reading Time to Reform Australia’s Gas Market [opinion] →

Federal resources minister Josh Frydenberg attended Gorgon LNG as the facility prepared for its first shipment.

Australian resources and energy minister Josh Frydenberg delivers an address to the oil and gas conference CERAWeek in Houston.

With the reality of seabed mining becoming more and more tangible, steps are needed to ensure a safe, regulated industry.

ABB has launched a new LED lighting range for hazardous area applications.

A control technology from Honeywell Process Solutions is helping a major refinery in Russia improve efficiency and reliability in their gasoline blending process.

An infographic outlining the world’s seven largest LNG projects,

An infographic outlining the world’s 10 largest oil and gas companies in 2015.