Kurri Kurri Lateral & Storage Pipelines Project

Kurri Kurri Lateral & Storage Pipelines Project: How it all happened

We are proud to share the story behind one of our most complex and rewarding infrastructure achievements in Australia, the Kurri Kurri Lateral & Storage Pipelines Project, delivered for APA Group.

Spanning over 45km of high and medium pressure gas pipelines, this was a complex suburban project including 7 HDDs, 8 Thrust Bores, 9 creek crossings and multiple associated facilities – all executed to the highest standards.

A standout feature of the project was the Kurri Kurri “Bottle” Gas Storage Pipeline: 24 km of 42-inch, high-pressure buried pipeline laid in a unique recoiled loop configuration on an L-shaped platform, a first of its kind in Australia. With a significant amount of storage capacity, this innovative infrastructure acts as both a buffer and strategic reserve, ensuring reliable energy supply.

From managing two parallel projects and importing specialised plant from France, to navigating tight access corridors and implementing automatic welding technology, the project team demonstrated exceptional collaboration, adaptability, and engineering excellence.

A huge congratulations to the 800+ team members, from engineers and operators to planners and support staff, whose dedication, expertise, and teamwork made this project a success!

Watch the video to see how our teams brought this critical energy infrastructure to life!