Woodside has announced the successful completion of the Scarborough Energy Project trunkline installation, a key milestone for the ambitious project. The 433-kilometre trunkline, which will transport gas from the offshore Scarborough field to the onshore Pluto LNG processing facility in Karratha, was installed over 12 months with contributions from numerous teams and contractors.
Liz Westcott, Woodside’s executive vice president and chief operating officer Australia, highlighted the trunkline’s critical role in the project. “The completion of installation is a significant accomplishment, reflecting the dedication of all involved in achieving this project milestone. With the last components of the trunkline in place, the focus will be maintained on safely executing the remaining project scopes to support the targeted first Scarborough LNG cargo in 2026.”
The installation required specialised vessels and expert teams, with collaboration between Woodside, Saipem, and sub-contractors praised for their outstanding delivery of this vital infrastructure.
The Scarborough Energy Project, now more than two-thirds complete, is poised to meet the growing demand for lower-carbon and reliable energy. It will supply up to 225 terajoules per day of domestic gas to the Western Australian market. The project is expected to inject over A$50 billion into Australia’s economy through direct and indirect taxes, create over 3,000 jobs during construction, and sustain nearly 600 jobs on average during its operational phase.
The Scarborough Energy Project remains on track to deliver its first LNG cargo in 2026.
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