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State Gas' CNG facility is now in the final stages of completion and commissioning. Image: sandsun/stock.adobe.com.

State Gas implements virtual pipeline technology at CNG

The company’s compressed natural gas facility (CNG) is about to be complete, while sale of compressed gas are to commence mid-February. State Gas will use virtual pipeline (VP) technology to supply natural gas to its consumers. Read More

Clémence Carayol1 February 2024, 10:23 am1 February 2024

The PNG Expo will be held in Port Moresby across 3-4 July. Image: Design_Bank/Shutterstock.com

PNG Expo lands in Port Moresby

In 2024, the PNG Industrial & Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference will take place from 3 to 4 July in Port Moresby. Here’s what attendees can expect from the two-day event. Read More

Clémence Carayol30 January 2024, 9:01 am5 February 2024

Enhancing safety and compliance with proper equipment

In any construction project, having the right equipment is not just a convenience or a preference; it is a necessity. Construction projects are fraught with risks and uncertainties, ranging from worker safety concerns to environmental impacts and legal requirements. Investing in trusted, industry-leading machinery can ensure compliance and maintain safety onsite. Read More

Clémence Carayol15 November 2023, 1:03 pm14 November 2023

Streamlined emissions reduction with ZEVAC’s new, easy ZD3 technology

ZEVAC is leading the way with emissions reduction with its new ZD3 technology, an innovative solution offering pipeline operators a simplified approach to vent-gas recovery, eliminating the need for electrification or complex control systems.
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Staff Writer25 September 2023, 8:00 am26 September 2023

Spotlight on pipeline industry’s role in development of Hydrogen and Emissions Reduction

The next edition of The Australian Pipeliner will focus on the rapidly evolving hydrogen sector, as well as the role and leadership the pipeline industry is already playing in emissions reduction. Read More

christianalphonso14 March 2023, 10:12 am14 March 2023

No-Dig Down Under 2023 calls for abstracts

The deadline is looming for industry personnel who wish to submit an abstract for the No-Dig Down Under 2023 conference. Read More

christianalphonso7 March 2023, 11:06 am7 March 2023

TAFE expansion for hydrogen workforce training.

Hydrogen workforce to get world-class training

Ground has been broken on TAFE Queensland Bohle campus’ new Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Training Facility and Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab. Read More

christianalphonso6 March 2023, 4:25 pm6 March 2023

Santos closes offshore platform after leak

Santos’ John Brookes platform has been temporarily shut down due to a gas leak, located offshore Western Australia. Read More

Molly Hancock6 December 2022, 8:56 am6 December 2022

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Considerations for large-diameter utility HDD work in metro areas

Many utility companies and local governments opt for trenchless construction instead of open-cut work in busy urban areas when upgrading water, wastewater, gas and electrical transmission lines. Read More

Molly Hancock13 November 2022, 3:12 pm11 November 2022

Equinox executing FEED at Bayu Undan CCS

Equinox Engineering is currently executing the front end engineering design (FEED) of the Bayu Undan Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Project. Read More

Molly Hancock27 October 2022, 4:25 pm27 October 2022

McKinsey report shows plastic pipes a better choice for greenhouse gas emissions

McKinsey has concluded in its July 2022 report that plastics have a lower total greenhouse gas (GHG) contribution than other pipe materials. Read More

Molly Hancock17 October 2022, 3:54 pm17 October 2022

Kwinana Plant part of the fabric of Australia’s water infrastructure

Steel Mains’ history is fundamentally linked with the development of Australia’s water infrastructure since the 1800s. Read More

Molly Hancock17 October 2022, 2:46 pm17 October 2022

Verbrec concludes contract to design hydrogen refuelling pilot project in NSW

Verbrec has been engaged by a leading integrated energy company to complete detailed design for a hydrogen refuelling station in New South Wales. Read More

Molly Hancock28 September 2022, 6:47 pm7 October 2022

Origin bails on Beetaloo Basin investment

Origin Energy has confirmed it will divest 100 per cent of its interest in the Beetaloo Basin following its plans to exit its upstream exploration permits and redirect its ambitions to lead the energy transition. Read More

Molly Hancock19 September 2022, 3:09 pm7 October 2022

Central Petroleum sells gas into east coast market

Mereenie gas sold into east coast markets

Non-firm gas from the Mereenie field will be sold into east coast trading markets, Central Petroleum has announced.
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Staff Writer9 May 2022, 4:07 pm12 October 2022

Vacuworx and Qube give the NGI a lift

Vacuworx and Qube are once again proving vacuum lifting technology is the superior choice for handling large-scale pipeline projects, this time for APA Group’s Northern Goldfields Interconnect.
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Staff Writer3 August 2021, 10:05 am3 August 2021

Enabling major infrastructure projects

With the Australian Government set to spend $110 billion over the next 10 years on infrastructure programs as part of the National Economic Recovery Plan, a critical path for these large projects is enabling works.
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Staff Writer21 July 2021, 4:08 pm21 July 2021

HDD construction methodology for river crossings

Maxibor prepares an HDD Construction Methodology document to provide a comprehensive overview of the processes involved in the physical delivery of major projects and demonstrate how key activities and issues specific to the project are to be managed.
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Staff Writer16 July 2021, 9:31 am20 July 2021