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Amrun (formerly South of Embley) bauxite project, Australia

12th May 2017

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Amrun (formerly South of Embley) bauxite project.

Location
The project involves the expansion of output from one of the world’s premier bauxite deposits on the Cape York Peninsula in north Queensland, Australia.

Client
Rio Tinto.

Project Description
The planned initial output of the mine is 22.8-million tonnes a year, replacing production from the depleting East Weipa mine and increasing yearly bauxite exports from Cape York by an estimated ten-million tonnes. The project’s design provides options for future expansion to 50-million tonnes a year.

The project includes the construction of the mine, processing plant, bauxite stockpiles, a power station and warehouses, as well as a new barge, ferry and shiploading facilities.

Jobs to Be Created
More than 1 600 people have been engaged by contractors to work on the project so far. About 77% are from Queensland and 70% are new hires.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Value
A$2.6-billion. The bulk of the capital expenditure for the Amrun project is scheduled for 2017 and 2018.

Duration
Production and shipping are expected to start in the first half of 2019, ramping up to full production by the end of that year.

Latest Developments
Rio Tinto has awarded more than $900-million in contracts in Queensland.

The Queensland spend comprises almost two-thirds of the $1.38-billion in contracts awarded to Australian suppliers to date.
Businesses bidding for contracts of more than $1-million must complete a Local and Indigenous Participation Plan as part of the procurement process.

Once awarded, contractors must report on how they are performing against their commitment.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Rio Tinto, email amrun.enquiries@riotinto.com.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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