Capricorn Enterprise Major Projects Forum: A Win-Win for project proponents and regional industry

Posted on November 9th, 2018

What determines a successful regional industry forum?

Ten informed and detailed presentations by project proponents, managing contractors plus political and industry leaders?
Details on a selection of regional Projects valued at in excess of $2 Billion due to formally commence in the near future?
An engaged industry audience of over 200 from across the central Queensland region and beyond?
A perfect venue at Kortes Resort Conference Centre with excellent facilities including high-technology equipment plus welcoming and professional hospitality?

When all boxes receive a big √ “tick” then everyone can agree the Capricorn Enterprise Major Projects Forum was a HUGE SUCCESS.

Industry representatives plus project leaders and proponents alike have voiced their praise of yesterday’s Major Projects Forum hosted by Capricorn Enterprise.

Extended detail was presented on a variety of Projects including defence, resources (principally coal), water and renewable energy provided industry with insights on project commencement dates and programming, contract /work packages and importantly pre-qualification engagement requirements, not previously delivered to industry.

What can our region expect in the coming months?

Defence Projects – both managing contractors have indicated that advanced design is underway with industry consultations to continue early/mid 2019 with project details and engagement requirements to follow;

Coal developments and expansion for the Bowen/Surat and Galilee basins. Anticipated decade of continuing development in all coal basins providing regional industry with opportunities in engagement and specialised servicing;

ADANI’s Carmichael Mine Development – anticipated programmed development phase in 2019, with Rockhampton and Townsville regions nominated to provided skilled labour and specialised industry engagement;

Clarke Creek Wind Project – Lacour Energy; finalisation of comprehensive feasibility and project commencement program underway. When commissioned Clark Creek will be one of the largest wind energy projects in the southern hemisphere. Further consultation with specialised industry groups early – mid 2019;

Rookwood Weir (SunWater as Project Managers) – final design and associated technical assessments nearing completion. Project formalisation, associated infrastructure requirements being negotiated with local LGA, contracts/work packages anticipated during second half of 2019.