Construction commenced on Australia's helium plant
BOC has commenced construction in Darwin on Australia’s first helium plant, due to begin production in July 2009.
“At a construction cost of $41.3 million, this will be the first helium plant in the Southern Hemisphere and will supply around 3% of the world’s helium,” said Colin Isaac, BOC South Pacific managing director.
“There is significant growth in demand for helium around the world, particularly for medical, industrial and electronic use. When the purification and liquefaction plant is operating in July 2009, Darwin will be one of only 15 helium production sites in the world.
“While much of the plant machinery and equipment is highly specialised, we will be maximising local content. Other benefits for the territory include employment during construction and the ongoing operation of the plant, extra shipping of exported helium through East Arm Port and the expansion of contracting services and supply businesses in the local area,” Isaac said.
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