About Ausenco
Ausenco: Delivering Innovative Solutions to the Mining, Oil and Gas Sectors
Ausenco is a leading global provider of engineering, project management and asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining, oil and gas sectors. With over 30 years of experience in delivering innovative solutions that add value to clients' assets, Ausenco has established itself as a trusted partner for some of the world's largest resource companies.
The company was founded in 1991 by Zimi Meka, who had a vision to create an engineering firm that would provide innovative solutions to complex problems faced by the mining industry. Today, Ausenco has grown into a global organization with more than 2,000 employees across offices in North America, South America, Asia-Pacific and Africa.
One of Ausenco's key strengths is its ability to deliver end-to-end solutions that cover every stage of the asset lifecycle. From concept development through feasibility studies and detailed design to construction management and commissioning support – Ausenco provides comprehensive services that help clients optimize their assets for maximum efficiency.
In addition to its core engineering services, Ausenco also offers specialized expertise in areas such as environmental consulting, water treatment technologies and digital transformation. This allows the company to provide tailored solutions that meet each client's unique needs.
Mining Sector Solutions
Ausenco has extensive experience working with mining companies around the world on projects ranging from greenfield developments through brownfield expansions. The company's expertise covers all major commodities including gold, copper, iron ore and coal.
One area where Ausenco excels is in developing innovative processing solutions that help clients extract more value from their ore bodies. For example:
- In collaboration with Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX: NCM), Ausenco developed a process for recovering copper from low-grade concentrate streams at Newcrest's Telfer mine in Western Australia.
- At BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance's (BMA) Caval Ridge coal mine in Queensland Australia ,Ausencos team designed an innovative materials handling system which increased production capacity by 25% while reducing operating costs.
- At Barrick Gold Corporation’s Pueblo Viejo mine located on Dominican Republic ,the team provided EPCM services for one of Latin America’s largest gold mines which included designing one of world’s largest gold autoclaves used for processing refractory ores .
Oil & Gas Sector Solutions
In addition to its work with mining companies,Ausencos also provides specialized services within oil & gas sector . The company has worked on projects ranging from upstream exploration through midstream transportation infrastructure development .
One notable project was providing EPCM services for Chevron Corporation’s Gorgon LNG Project located off Western Australia coast . This involved designing facilities capable of producing up-to 15 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Another example was providing detailed design work on Woodside Petroleum Ltd.’s Pluto LNG Project located off Western Australia coast . This involved designing facilities capable producing up-to 4 MTPA LNG .
Asset Operations & Maintenance Solutions
Once an asset is operational,Ausencos can provide ongoing support throughout its lifecycle . The company offers comprehensive operations & maintenance (O&M) services designed maximize uptime while minimizing costs .
For example:
- At Glencore plc’s Mount Isa Mines Copper Smelter located Queensland,Australia ,the team provided O&M support which helped increase plant availability by over 10% .
- At BHP Billiton Iron Ore Pty Ltd.’s Nelson Point Port Facility located Western Australia,the team provided O&M support which helped increase throughput capacity by over 20%.
Environmental Consulting Services
As environmental regulations become increasingly stringent,Ausencos can assist clients navigate complex regulatory requirements while minimizing impact on environment . The company offers range environmental consulting services including :
- Environmental Impact Assessments
- Mine Closure Planning
- Water Management Strategies
- Tailings Management Planning
Digital Transformation Services
As technology continues transform industries around globe ,Ausencos recognizes importance digital transformation plays within resources sector.The Company provides range digital transformation service offerings including :
- Digital Twin Development
- Data Analytics
- Automation Strategy Development
- Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Conclusion
With over three decades experience delivering innovative,value added solutionsto resources sector globally.Ausencois well positioned continue grow as trusted partnerfor some worlds largest resource companies.The Company will continue leverageits technical expertiseand deep industry knowledge,to deliver end-to-end solutionsthat optimizeclients’assetsfor maximum efficiencywhileminimizingenvironmental impactand ensuring safetyof all stakeholdersinvolvedin eachproject it undertakes..