Name of the Project
Brockman Syncline 1 (BS1) mine project.

Location
Brockman region in the West Pilbara of Western Australia.

Project Owner/s
Metals and mining corporation Rio Tinto.

Project Description
The BS1 project will extend the life of the Brockman region sustaining production from Rio Tinto’s iron-ore operations.

BS1 is one of a series of replacement projects, with a total yearly capacity of 130-million tonnes of iron-ore.

The project includes a new primary crusher and overland conveyor, a nonprocess infrastructure precinct and a temporary camp for construction workers.

Potential Job Creation
About 1 000 jobs will be created during construction. Once operational, BS1 will sustain a workforce of about 600.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
No details provided.

Capital Expenditure
$1.8-billion.

Planned Start/End Date
First ore is scheduled for 2027, having previously been anticipated in 2028.

Latest Developments
Engineering company Monadelphous Group has received a Notice of Award for a major construction contract with Rio Tinto associated with BS1.

The multidisciplinary contract is valued at about $250-million. It includes fabrication and supply, as well as detailed earthworks, concrete, structural, mechanical, piping and electrical and instrumentation works associated with the construction of a new primary crusher and overland conveyor. It also includes modifications to existing plant. Work under the contract will start immediately and is expected to be completed in 2027.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
NRW Civil & Mining (construction of earthworks, roadworks and drainage associated with the primary crusher, overland conveyor and nonprocess infrastructure, together with construction of haul and access roads, and concrete structures); and Monadelphous Group (construction contract).

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