Name of the Project
Kikori Energy Hub (KEH).

Location
The energy hub will be located in the Kikori region of the Gulf province of Papua New Guinea.

Client
Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited (KPHL).

Project Description
The KEH is an extension of the Western Pipeline project scope being undertaken by Kumul Petroleum. The Western pipeline project aims to connect oil- and gasfields in the country’s western provinces to the coast for export. A conceptual feasibility plans to evaluate the potential economics of KEH and will include:
• a midscale LNG liquefaction and regional export facility to encourage future electrification, using gas-driven generation in remote areas;
• a 180 MW power generation facility, of which up to 100 MW has been allocated for Western and Southern Highland electrification through future grid connection;
• a methanol process facility to enable local petrochemical by-product production; and
• a condensate stabilisation, storage and regional export facility.

Potential Job Creation
It is estimated that up to 30 000 local employment opportunities will be created during the construction phase, if the project is proved feasible.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
The concept study is scheduled for completion later this year.

Latest Developments
KBR has been awarded a contract by KPHL for conceptual development and feasibility study services for an energy hub in the Kikori region of the Gulf province of Papua New Guinea.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
KBR (conceptual development and feasibility study services for the KEH).

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
KPHL, tel +675 320 2253 or fax +675 320 0238.