Oil & Gas - Australian Mining

Fitzroy Australia avoids a culture clash at Ironbark No. 1

Fitzroy Australia Resources is using a different method for sourcing the right workers at its coal projects in Queensland.

Komatsu unveils next phase of autonomous mission

Komatsu is bringing the company closer to the dream of fully autonomous dozing with its latest release.

Sandvik releases large-scale underground loader

Sandvik has introduced the LH621i intelligent loader for large-scale underground production and mine development.

OZ Minerals strikes greenfields discovery deal with Red Metal

OZ Minerals and Red Metal have formed a joint venture agreement aimed at fast tracking the search for greenfields discoveries at projects in Western Australia and Queensland.

Gruyere gold JV delivers first ore ahead of production launch

First ore has been mined on schedule at the Gruyere gold project in Western Australia this month.

News

Easternwell secures drilling contract with Senex in Surat Basin
April 16, 2019
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Senex has awarded a major Surat Basin drilling contract to Easternwell across Project Atlas and Roma North, with works to commence in May 2019.
Petroleum tax amendments could benefit onshore gas projects
April 05, 2019
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The Australian Government has passed amendments to the long-standing petroleum resource rent tax (PRRT) to exclude the onshore oil and gas industry from its scope.
CIMIC Group awarded $190m contract at Karratha
March 15, 2019
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Woodside Energy has awarded a contract to CIMIC Group’s UGL as part of the latter’s joint venture (JV) with Cape at the Karratha gas plant in Western Australia.
EPA's emissions guideline a threat to Woodside projects
March 14, 2019
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Woodside Energy has urged the Western Australian State Government to reject the Environmental Protection Authority’s revised guidance on greenhouse gas emissions as it could jeopardise the Browse, Scarborough and Pluto…
BHP commits $1.34bn to petroleum ventures
February 14, 2019
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BHP has approved two major funding packages worth a combined $US952 million ($1.34 billion) to advance its petroleum prospects offshore the United States and Mexico.
CIMIC secures major contract with Australia Pacific LNG
February 12, 2019
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CIMIC Group has won a $90 million contract with Australia Pacific LNG to deliver over 300 coal seam gas wells in the Surat Basin, Queensland.

Features

The unbreakable bond between oil and steel
September 3, 2018
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While it might sound like the title to a heavy metal song, the unbreakable bond between oil and steel is very real and an indicator of how the global economy ...
Eight tips for creating a good weld
February 12, 2018
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It’s important to know the basic principles to create a safe, strong and clean weld. Mathew Hefferan, field applications specialist at Welding Industries of Australia (WIA), shares his top eight ...
The benefits of load testing: why it’s vital to ensure your gear is adequately tested
February 12, 2018
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Since opening its state-of-the-art service centre in Mackay, Queensland in March 2017, SEW-EURODRIVE has been working with its mining operator customers to ensure their gearboxes and drives are performing at ...
Alemlube offers serious workshop fitouts with Ravaglioli lifting gear
October 23, 2017
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Alemlube is Australia’s leading supplier of lubrication and workshop equipment and for over 20 years has also been providing turnkey workshop solutions to the mining, contractor, automotive and transport industries.

Resources

The K Factor – Aptane Has It Covered
February 15, 2017
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This case study shows how choosing the right insulation for LNG pipelines is key to making sure you have the most efficient cost effective insulation for your project. Download this whitepaper by filling in your details in the form below.
Rail Survey – The Importance Of Staying On Track
February 15, 2017
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This whitepaper discusses the problems caused by uneven crane rails, non-tracking related crane runway issues and physical signs of crane rail and wheel wear. Rail surveys are remote control operated to avoid dangerous work near the runway tracks. They reduce downtime by identifying problems upfront and is only required as problems arise, which in turn saves more time. To download the whitepaper, fill in your details in the form below.
The Radar Sensor For Liquids VEGAPULS 64
January 31, 2017
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In some industries, the specific safety requirements go far beyond what is prescribed by TÜV or national laws. Especially great is the need for safety in the petroleum processing industry, for example in storing liquid gas in spherical tanks. This whitepaper shows that thanks to the powerful signal focusing of the new VEGAPULS 64, new areas of application for non-contact radar measurement technology are now opening up.