Archived News for Engineering Professionals
The Queensland Government has recognized Kathy Hirschfeld, an eminent chemical engineer, as an inspiration to women in Queensland considering careers in traditionally male dominated fields.
The Queensland Minister for Women Karen Struthers presented a pink hard hat to Ms Hirschfeld at the Women in Engineering committee of Engineering Australia's annual leadership breakfast.
After a 20 year career with BP, Ms Hirschfeld is now a non-executive director of Snowy Hydro Limited and the Queensland Reconstruction Authority, and a Senator of the University of Queensland.
Master builders call for more time for OHS reform
Master Builders Australia (MBA) has called for more time to consider and implement the Federal Government’s occupational health and safety (OHS) harmonisation reform.
Pipeline contract awarded for Queensland LNG site
QGC Pty Limited has announced a new $120 million contract for the construction of the supply of polyethylene to its gas fields in Queensland.
$14.3 million for Charleville flood protection
The Queensland State Government has announced an ambitious $14.3 million project to provide long-term flood protection for Charleville, in the state's south.
Carbon capture project breakthrough
The Federal Government has announced the successful completion of a $10 million key research milestone at the Otway Project, with the Federal Minister for Innovation Senator Kim Carr saying the completion will accelerate the development of the carbon capture and storage (CSS) industry around the world.
Wheatstone gets environmental approval
A liquefied natural gas project proposed by Chevron in Western Australia’s Pilbara region will go ahead after the Federal Government approved the projet under national environmental law.
$28 million to ease skill shortages
The Federal Government has announced $28 million in funding to address the emerging critical skills shortages in the resources, construction, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors.
China South Rail to open headquarters in Victoria
China South Rail (CSR), the world’s largest manufacturer of electric locomotives, will establish its first Australian office in Victoria later this year.
Monadelphous secures mining construction contract
Engineering group Monadelphous Group Limited has secured a major constuction contract at Hope Downs 4 Iron Ore Project for Rio Tinto and Hancock Prospecting.
Navy moves to halt engineer exodus to private sector
The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) has moved to offer $80,000 bonuses for ship’s engineers on its submarines and Anzac-class frigates in an attempt to stop them from moving to the mining industry.
Federal Government announces new skills agency
The Federal Government has announced the formation of a new workforce agency that will target “pressure points” in Australia’s emerging patchwork economy by focussing on training and retraining workers for new jobs in specific industries currently experiencing skills shortages.
Preferred bidder nominated for Darwin's marine supply base
The Northern Territory has named the ShoreASCO Consortium as the preferred bidder to construct, own and operate Darwin’s Marine Supply Base. The base will service the logistical needs of the oil and gas sector.
Economic benefits of biomass examined in report
The Federal Government as released two reports into the future of biomass in the Australian economy.
New technology previews long-term impact of mining on groundwater aquifers
A new centrifuge at the University of New South Wales Water Research Laboratory can act as an environmental “time machine”, allowing researchers to preview the long-term effects on groundwater aquifers of activities such as coal seam gas and longwall mining.
WA signs new China trade and investment deal
The Western Australian State Government has become the first non-national governmental body in Australia to sign a Memorandum of Understand with China after Premier Colin Barnett signed a co-operative trade and investment agreement.
NTC finds Australians unwilling to pay for better infrastructure
The National Transport Commission has published a report that has found that while Australians generally want a better transport system, they are likely to reject policies that would help pay for it.
OSD Pipelines and PROCOM form alliance
OSD Pipelines and PROCOM Consultants have formed an alliance to provide a seamless project management, engineering and execution service through an integrated team of engineering consultants.
O'Donnell Griffin wins state NECA awards
Electrical engineering and communications specialist O’Donnell Griffin has received awards across four states in the National Electrical and Communications Association State Awards.
Australia and New Zealand submit SKA proposal
Australia and New Zealand have submitted a joint proposal to host the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). The official submission is a crucial step towards the goal of hosting the world’s most powerful radio telescope.
Leighton Holdings announces new Thiess MD
Leighton Holdings has announced Bruce Munro as the new Managing Director of the company’s wholly owned subsidiary Thiess.
Rio Tinto increases Pilbara energy investment
Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced plans to invest a further $816 million in the company’s Pilbara iron ore project. The spending will be directed toward the company’s integrated power and gas network.