Tag Archives: Australia

AFRY to Lead Renewable Power Design for Australia’s Landmark Green Ammonia Project

(IN BRIEF) Allied Green Ammonia (AGA) has appointed AFRY as the Owner’s Engineer for its flagship green ammonia project in Australia’s Northern Territory. The project will use 100% renewable energy, combining 4.75 GW of solar power and battery energy storage … Read the full press release

Scania and Fortescue to Develop Cutting-Edge Autonomous Road Train for Mining Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Scania and Fortescue have partnered to develop an autonomous road train solution aimed at transforming the mining industry with increased efficiency and sustainability. The collaboration leverages Scania’s advanced truck automation technology and Fortescue’s mining expertise, focusing on reducing … Read the full press release

LEGO House Celebrates Global Creativity as 15 AFOLs Showcase Masterpiece Builds from Around the World

(IN BRIEF) Fifteen Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) from nine countries have been selected to showcase their unique LEGO creations at LEGO House in Billund, Denmark. Starting September 27, 2024, visitors will be able to admire their impressive builds at … Read the full press release

AFRY and Aurecon Team Up for Queensland’s Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project

(IN BRIEF) AFRY and Aurecon have partnered to design the Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project in Queensland, Australia. Awarded by Queensland Hydro, the project will provide 2,000 MW of electricity for 24 hours with a storage capacity of 48,000 … Read the full press release

Thales and Underwood Innovation Labs to Create Advanced Air Mobility Centre in Queensland

(IN BRIEF) Thales Australia and Underwood Innovation Labs have partnered to establish an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Centre of Excellence in Queensland. This facility aims to support the development of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems by providing access to cutting-edge … Read the full press release

Webuild Tops Global Water Sector Rankings, Expands in Australia

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has been ranked as the global leader in the water sector by the 2024 ENR rankings, continuing a decade-long dominance. The company also climbed to 14th place among international contractors, with over $7 billion in revenue outside … Read the full press release

Aurubis and Talga Partner to Pioneer Sustainable Graphite Recycling for European Battery Industry

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis AG and Talga Group Ltd have partnered to develop a new process for producing recycled battery-grade graphite. The collaboration combines Aurubis’ advanced recycling methods and Talga’s innovative anode production technologies to create a sustainable, circular solution for … Read the full press release

Telstra and Ericsson Unveil Groundbreaking 5G Technology to Revolutionize Mobile Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Telstra and Ericsson have successfully launched the world’s first deployment of Ericsson’s 4th generation Radio Access Network (RAN) Compute platform, marking a significant advancement in mobile connectivity. This new technology, which enhances speed, reliability, and efficiency, is a … Read the full press release

CIMIC Group Secures Key Contracts in Australia and India, Expanding Renewable Energy and Real Estate Footprint

(IN BRIEF) CIMIC Group has secured two significant contracts: one in Australia to build the second phase of the Western Downs Battery in Queensland for Neoen, featuring a 270 MW / 540 MWh Battery Energy Storage System, and another in … Read the full press release

EQT Partners with Compass to Accelerate Global Expansion and Innovation in EdTech

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a global investment firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Compass, a leading K-12 education software company. The partnership aims to accelerate Compass’s growth, enhance its platform, and support its international expansion. With over 3,000 schools already … Read the full press release

My Kitchen Rules Continues to Dominate the Global Culinary Scene

(IN BRIEF) The popular Australian cooking show My Kitchen Rules continues to achieve global success, with strong international sales and new adaptations. Distributed by Banijay Rights, the show has secured long-term deals with major networks in countries like New Zealand, … Read the full press release

ENGIE Achieves Financial Close on 250 MW Goorambat East Solar Farm, Paving the Way for Major Renewable Energy Expansion in Victoria

(IN BRIEF) ENGIE has reached Financial Close for the Goorambat East Solar Farm, a 250 MW renewable energy project in northern Victoria. With construction set to begin soon and completion expected by 2026, the solar farm will provide enough electricity … Read the full press release

Arrow Energy to Expand Surat Gas Project with Shell Investment

(IN BRIEF) On August 12, 2024, Arrow Energy announced plans to expand its Surat Gas Project in Queensland, Australia, with significant investment from Shell. Phase 2 is expected to produce about 22,400 barrels of oil equivalent per day at peak … Read the full press release

Wood Secures Six-Year Contract for Shell’s Prelude FLNG Facility, Strengthening LNG Engineering Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Wood has secured a six-year contract to provide comprehensive brownfield engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) services for Shell’s Prelude Floating Liquified Natural Gas (FLNG) facility in Western Australia. This agreement extends Wood’s longstanding partnership with Shell and … Read the full press release

Vestas Awarded EPC Contract for Second Stage of Golden Plains Wind Farm by TagEnergy

(IN BRIEF) TagEnergy has awarded Vestas the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for the second stage of the Golden Plains Wind Farm in Australia. This stage will include 93 Vestas V162-6.2 MW wind turbines, adding 577 MW to the … Read the full press release

Thiess Secures Four-Year Contract Extension with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance

(IN BRIEF) Thiess, a prominent global mining services provider, has secured a substantial four-year contract extension with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) for operations at the Caval Ridge mine in Queensland, Australia. Valued at $580 million, the contract reaffirms Thiess’ role … Read the full press release

bp and Worley Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive Efficiency and Value Creation in Global Site Projects

(IN BRIEF) bp and Worley have announced a new strategic alliance aimed at enhancing efficiency, continuous improvement, and value creation within bp’s global Site Projects organization. This collaboration, building upon a decade-long successful partnership between the two companies, seeks to … Read the full press release

Melbourne Airport Access Improvement Project Awarded to Seymour Whyte

(IN BRIEF) Seymour Whyte, a subsidiary of VINCI Construction in Australia, has secured a construction contract worth AUD 159 million from Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) Pty Ltd. The project aims to enhance access to Melbourne Airport by redeveloping the airport … Read the full press release

RWE Ventures into Australian Battery Storage: Limondale BESS to Pave the Way for Renewable Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a leading player in global renewables, has announced its investment decision to construct Australia’s inaugural eight-hour lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) adjacent to its Limondale Solar Farm in New South Wales. With a capacity of over … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Partners with Balfour Beatty for Raynesway Site Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has enlisted leading infrastructure group Balfour Beatty as its construction partner for the expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby, doubling its Submarines site to meet Royal Navy demands following last year’s AUKUS announcement. With Australia committing … Read the full press release