The Scarborough Energy Project, led by Woodside Energy Group, is a major initiative aimed at supporting Australia's transition to lower carbon energy. Located 375km off the Pilbara coast in Western Australia, the project involves piping natural gas from an offshore field to an expanded processing facility near Karratha. Once operational, the facility will produce liquefied natural gas (LNG) for export and domestic gas for Western Australian homes and businesses.
Project Challenge
The Scarborough Energy Project addresses the growing need for reliable and cleaner energy sources. The project involves complex engineering and logistical challenges, including the construction of subsea infrastructure and the installation of a 430 km pipeline to transport gas from the Scarborough field to the onshore Pluto LNG facility. The project aims to meet global demand for cleaner energy while supporting the energy transition and helping neighbouring Asian countries reduce emissions.
Boral Solution
Boral's Mt Regal Quarry, located just outside Karratha, played a crucial role in supporting the Scarborough Energy Project. Between 2022 and 2024, the quarry supplied more than 350,000 tonnes of rock, including seven specialised grades used for stabilising and protecting the pipeline. 300,000 tonnes of rock was used to build underwater structures that ensure the pipeline stays secure on the seabed and is protected from movement and erosion over time, while another 50,000 tonnes was used for shore and land-based applications.
Team Engagement
Boral's team worked closely with Woodside, Boskalis and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project. The collaboration involved regular communication, problem-solving, and a shared commitment to supporting Australia's energy transition. For this successful engagement on the Scarborough Energy Project, Boral received a Recognition Award from Woodside and Boskalis.
Andre Gobett, Boral's General Manager of Concrete and Quarries in Western Australia, said, “By contributing to one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, Team WA is playing a key role in supporting the nation’s energy transition. Congratulations to Jamie Bartlett and our WA Sales, Technical and Mt Regal Quarry teams on this well-deserved recognition. It’s more than an award for a project – its recognition of the vital support we provide to infrastructure projects in WA and across the country.” Andre said.
Project Outcomes
The Scarborough Energy Project is expected to deliver significant benefits to the Australian economy and support energy security at home and abroad. The project is projected to generate more than A$50 billion in direct and indirect taxes, create over 3,000 jobs during the construction phase, and sustain nearly 600 jobs on average during operations. The completion of the trunkline installation and the arrival of the final Pluto Train 2 modules mark significant milestones in the project's progress.
"After three years of pre-tender negotiations, Boral was awarded this monumental supply contract, one of the most technical and demanding supply contracts awarded in Western Australia," said Jamie Bartlett, Sales & Accounts Manager for Boral Quarries in the Pilbara & Kimberleys Regions. "The contract was executed on time and without any incidents or delays, which is a tribute to Boral's ability and professionalism."
"Successfully executed projects like this, which took seven years in total, define Boral from our competitors."
Conclusion
The Scarborough Energy Project exemplifies Boral's commitment to and supporting major infrastructure projects and contributing to Australia's energy transition. The successful collaboration with Woodside and the delivery of high-quality materials from Mt Regal Quarry highlight Boral's capabilities in providing innovative solutions for complex projects. As the project progresses towards its goal of delivering first LNG cargo in 2026, Boral remains dedicated to building something great and supporting the nation's energy needs.
