Markets

Austrack makes it happen. Austrack, apga convention

Capture the industry: Win a ticket to the APGA Convention

The pipeline industry is full of incredible moments – stunning landscapes, cutting-edge technology, and the hard-working people who make it all happen. We want to celebrate these moments, and we need your help. Read More

Staff Writer27 May 2025, 8:28 am20 June 2025

Call for papers breaks new ground

APGA Head of Communications and Operations Lawrence Shelton reflects on a record year of knowledge-sharing. Read More

Staff Writer27 May 2025, 8:18 am27 May 2025

APGA, The Santos Darwin Pipeline Duplication project has been through a rigorous environmental assessment by the NT EPA. Image: Adobe Stock/Xiangli, apga, pipeline, pipe, pipes,

Made in Australia or made redundant?

APGA Head of Corporate Affairs Paul Purcell discusses the path ahead for the gas industry. Read More

Staff Writer27 May 2025, 8:04 am27 May 2025

gas, green, hydrogen, nacap, csiro, bluescope steel, renewable gas

Territory Energy Link project moves ahead

The Northern Territory Government has awarded a specialist technical advisory services contract for the Territory Energy Link project. Read More

Staff Writer20 May 2025, 8:59 am20 May 2025

Beach Energy powers on at Waitsia gas project

Beach Energy has achieved a production milestone at its Waitsia gas project. Read More

Staff Writer13 May 2025, 9:00 am13 May 2025

How drones are helping pipeline operators eliminate methane emissions

Bridger Photonics, a global leader in methane detection, has announced the launch of drone-based deployment of its proprietary Gas Mapping LiDAR (GML) technology. Read More

Staff Writer13 May 2025, 8:16 am13 May 2025

Drilling commences at Surat gas project north

Arrow Energy is advancing its Surat gas project (SGP) north development, with drilling of first natural gas wells north-east of Miles commencing this week. Read More

Staff Writer6 May 2025, 8:29 am6 May 2025

Woodside pulls the trigger on Louisiana LNG

Woodside Energy has reached a final investment decision to develop the three-train, 16.5 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) Louisiana LNG development. Read More

Staff Writer1 May 2025, 8:33 am1 May 2025

Ready for H2 applications: GF’s Butterfly Valve 565

Green hydrogen is a promising energy source for replacing fossil fuels. Piping systems, and their materials in particular, play an essential role in the efficiency of H2 production. Components such as the thermoplastic Butterfly Valve 565 by GF are designed to support the growth of green hydrogen with long-lasting materials and a reliable operation. Read More

Staff Writer29 April 2025, 8:24 am29 April 2025

A higher standard for safer electrofusion

As the demand for PE pipe continues to surge across Australia, ensuring that installation practices, particularly electrofusion welding, meet the highest safety and performance standards has never been more critical. Read More

Staff Writer16 April 2025, 3:05 pm16 April 2025

Why HDPE pipe is a great fit for water

As the world moves toward more sustainable infrastructure, HDPE has become a material of choice for piping systems designed to last a lifetime while remaining reliable and leak-free. Read More

Staff Writer16 April 2025, 2:59 pm16 April 2025

How Pipeline Plant Hire is backing the water industry

The Australian Pipeliner sat down with Pipeline Plant Hire to discuss the recipe behind the company’s success in the water infrastructure industry. Read More

Timothy Bond10 April 2025, 3:43 pm10 April 2025

Unique solutions for unique water challenges

Crusader Hose discusses the advantages of layflat hose systems over HDPE pipe in water transfer applications. Read More

Staff Writer10 April 2025, 3:31 pm10 April 2025

lng, gas, beetaloo, tamboran, victoria gas supply

APA talks the state of gas in Australia

APA Group CEO Adam Watson addressed the Australian Domestic Gas Outlook conference this week in Sydney. Read More

Staff Writer8 April 2025, 8:50 am8 April 2025

APA Group appoints new executive

Gas infrastructure giant APA Group has today announced the appointment of Rob Evans to the role of group executive, infrastructure delivery. Read More

Staff Writer2 April 2025, 11:18 am2 April 2025

Amplitude Energy targets Otway Basin development

Amplitude Energy and O.G. Energy have formed a joint venture to develop an Otway Basin gas project. Read More

Staff Writer31 March 2025, 11:07 am31 March 2025

APA: LNG imports ‘not a viable solution’

With gas shortfalls predicted in Australia from 2028, APA Group discusses the prospect of LNG imports – and why it ought to be avoided. Read More

Staff Writer31 March 2025, 11:00 am31 March 2025

APGA calls for holistic approach to gas policy

The Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) has called for a holistic, coordinated, and cross-party approach to gas policy to secure affordable and reliable energy for Australian households and industry. Read More

Contributor31 March 2025, 10:39 am1 April 2025

beetaloo basin, gas, drilling, empire energy

APA: Gas shortfall pushed back, but more work needed

Last week, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) published its 2025 gas statement of opportunities, identifying shortfall risks in southern Australia from 2028 – a noticeable revision from its previous 2025 projection. Read More

Staff Writer25 March 2025, 10:12 am25 March 2025

Hunter Water making key network upgrades

Hunter Water is progressing critical reservoir upgrades to enhance water security, support regional growth, and ensure the long-term reliability of infrastructure. Read More

Staff Writer25 March 2025, 9:28 am25 March 2025

New water infrastructure project for NSW

The NSW Government has committed $59.2 million to building a new filtration plant to treat raw water from the Steuart McIntyre Dam and Sherwood Borefield in Kempsey, NSW. Read More

Staff Writer25 March 2025, 8:38 am25 March 2025

ExxonMobil and Woodside all in on Gippsland Basin

ExxonMobil and Woodside are investing another $350 million into the development of Gippsland Basin gas assets. Read More

Staff Writer25 March 2025, 8:13 am25 March 2025

APGA welcomes short-term gas improvements, but urgent policy reform still required

The Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) welcomes short-term improvements in the east-coast gas system but warns the underlying conditions responsible for gas supply shortfalls over the longer term remain unaddressed – making urgent bipartisan reform essential for delivering a sustainable energy future. Read More

Staff Writer20 March 2025, 2:28 pm3 April 2025