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‘Go anywhere’ truck buses help drive QLD gas industry

Wed, 2 May 2012 Sargent is introducing at least 15 ‘go anywhere’ specialist buses to its fleet for use across Queensland’s CSG industry.

First pipe for APLNG gas pipeline

Fri, 27 January 2012 The first shipment of steel pipe for the Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) Project has arrived in the Port of Gladstone.

Trends in product transportation for future offshore oil and gas developments

The discovery of abundant oil and gas resources offshore have made both pipelines and floating, production, storage and offloading vessels attractive means of transporting gas to shore. Here, JP Kenny Pipeline Engineer Mark Redenbach discusses the two options, and where they fit in with the future of offshore oil and gas developments.

Safe and efficient cargo transportation with Mark V

The first series of Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics’ largest generation vessel, the Mark V, is now operating within Australian ports.

Vehicle safety on the QCLNG

Sargent is the preferred light commercial vehicle supplier for the McConnell Dowell and Consolidated Contractors Company Joint Venture on the Queensland Curtis LNG Project, and have approached the task with a particular emphasis on safety and reliability.

Weldability of pipeline steels

There are three important elements to address when using welding as a construction technique: the steel’s ability to be welded, the fabrication conditions under which it will be welded, and achieving satisfactory performance in service. This article discusses these points and gives a broad appreciation of weldability in the context of pipeline steels as the core component of pipeline construction.

Managing the supply chain for offshore pipelines

Challenges in offshore pipeline construction logistics are numerous. The potential for costly delays to the pipeline construction schedule are considerable, and the resultant impact on the project can be extremely significant. DHL explains that from a logistics perspective, considerable time and experience has to be invested into developing a supply model that mitigates risks and helps clients exceed their safety, environmental, construction, and cost targets.

Handling pipe? You need pipe-end protection

Pipes are handled by many parties before reaching their destination. In many cases, the pipe is also influenced by different climates as it is sometimes required to travel halfway around the world for a pipeline project. Dhatec explains how its new pipe-end protection can mitigate potential damage during the transportation process.

Innovation and efficiency with Mark V vessels

In order to better accommodate customers’ high and heavy and breakbulk cargo, Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics has introduced the Mark V vessel, a new roll-on/roll-off super vessel that will lead the shipping industry in sustainability and innovation.

Steely resolve for Capital Steel in Australasia

Specialising in tubular and long pipe products, Australian-owned import trading company Capital Steel is providing pipe products for many Australian and Papua New Guinean projects.

GasNet and Wesfarmers Kleenheat Gas commission Australia’s first commercial LNG truck facility

In February of this year GasNet Australia signed an agreement with Kleenheat Gas to design, procure, construct, commission and operate a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Truck Loading Facility at GasNet’s 12,000 tonne LNG storage facility in Melbourne.

Dalton Logistics provides catering & camps for Trans Territory Pipeline & Blacktip gas plant survey

Dalton Logistics has been providing camps, catering and logistics for surveyors on the route of the Trans Territory Pipeline since October 2003.

One stop for transport needs

Advanced Freight Management is a national freight forwarding company established over five years ago to provide a comprehensive transport service to the manufacturing, mining and construction industries.

APC’s new stand alone total solution camp

Are you having problems finding a complete turnkey package for 15 to 35 men in Australia? Australian Portable Camps now has the total and complete solution for you.

Pipeline logistics from Patrick Project Services

The Patrick Project Services (PPS) professional team brings together intimate knowledge of the entire logistics industry in Australia to provide seamless logistics solutions to major pipeline projects.

Four Wheel Drive Hire Service wins DBNGP Contract

A hire service that is relatively new to Perth has been awarded the contract to supply vehicles for the Dampier to Bunbury Natural Gas Pipeline (DBNGP) Expansion project.

New fleet boosts Portable Camps’ capacity

It has been a busy few months for the team at Australian Portable Camps (APC) as the company continues to expand their fleet to meet the needs of a variety of pipeline project camp sites around the country.

PNG Gas Project infrastructure design

As FEED studies into the PNG Gas Project continue, transport and logistics are already proving to be key considerations as the project team looks at project construction in remote and hard to reach locations.

For Hire: Australian Portable Camps

With thirty-five years of industry experience, professionalism, speed and accuracy, Australian Portable Camps can fulfil all requirements for any portable camp.

New truck presents new opportunities for NationWide Hire

NationWide Hire, a small specialised provider of off highway and project specific trucks with a long and proud association with the pipeline, mining and construction industries, is currently increasing the size and number of its service trucks.

NationWide continues to expand with new full service branch in Brisbane

NationWide Hire is continuing to grow as a opens its third full service branch in Brisbane, Queensland, restructures its company, and adds to its fleet.

Australian Portable Camps: leading by innovation

Since 1968, Australian Portable Camps Chief Frank Martino has been involved in mining and construction camp services. After years of working in the most remote areas for large and small projects, his biggest frustration was always the limitations of infrastructure and facilities provided to service the personnel on site.

Four Wheel Drive delivers constantly evovling fleet

Four Wheel Drive Hire Service is a major supplier to the mining, construction, exploration and pipeline industries in Australia. The company is constantly updating its fleet of vehicles with different and varying safety features including the new range of Nissan Patrol Utes.

Neil Mansell Transport - ready for any pipeline project

Neil Mansell Transport (NMT), a family owned company, has vast experience in the mining, energy and construction industries of Australia over the last 35 years. The company is proud that pipeline haulage is a key part of these services.

Four Wheel Drive Hire Service merges with Sargent Truck Lease

A merger has been announced between leading specialist four wheel drive rental company Four Wheel Drive Hire Service and light and heavy commercial vehicle lease and rental company Sargent Truck Lease.