Resources Projects

Prominent engineering construction player wins $174m contract for Argyle underground mine

A prominent engineering construction player has broken into the WA market by securing a $174 million contract to supply Rio Tinto's Argyle underground mine in the Kimberley.

Service and supply opportunities in design and construction of permanent buildings for Gorgon

Opportunities for sub-contractors and suppliers are available for the design and construction of permanent buildings on the Gorgon Project, according to the project manager.

Perth-based explorer examines project to mine manganese from seabed off Groote Eylandt

A Perth-based exploration company is progressing a project that could see manganese mined from the seabed off Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory.

Iron Road Limited pursues long term funding in preparation of DFS for Central Eyre Iron Project

Iron Road Limited is preparing for a definitive feasibility study as it pursues long term funding for the project for its proposed $2.

SA Government releases EIS guidelines for proposed rare earths processing plant at Whyalla

The South Australian Government has released guidelines for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a proposed rare earths processing plant at Whyalla.

Rio Tinto commits $676 million to Pilbara expansion program for early works and procurement

Rio Tinto is accelerating its iron ore expansion program in the Pilbara with $676 million of funding for early works and procurement.

Green light for Chevron Australia’s $25 billion Wheatstone project comes with tough conditions

The Environmental Protection Authority of WA has recommended environmental approval of Chevron's Wheatstone project but with stringent conditions.

Emerging gold producer signs off on development of $109m gold project in eastern goldfields

An emerging gold producer and explorer has signed off on development of a $100 million gold mine in the eastern goldfields paving the way to start of construction.

Contract awarded for mining and support facilities for Rio Tinto Tinto's Hope Downs 4 project

A contract for mining and support facilities for Rio Tinto Tinto's Hope Downs 4 iron ore expansion project has been awarded to a WA-based construction services provider.