Steel yourselves: the NGP fast approaches

摘要

NGP Project Director Jonathan Spink said the first batch of 3,500 tonnes of steel was cast in early May, with pipe manufacture and coating commencing shortly after. "This was a significant milestone for Jemena's NGP," Mr Spink said. "It marked the first stage in a long process resulting in a 623 km high-pressure gas pipeline which, for the first time, will link the Northern Territory pipeline network with the east coast network." The NGP - touted as nation building - will facilitate commercial exploration and development of currently untapped gas resources, unlocking the next phase of economic growth for the Territory and helping to build a stronger Northern Australia.