Brockman Syncline 1 mine project, Australia
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
Construction will start this year, with first ore scheduled for 2027.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
No details provided.
Contact Details for Project Information
Rio Tinto, email media.enquiries@riotinto.com.
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