Lihir Flotation Project

Brand:
Ausenco
Client:
Lihir Management Project
Location:
Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea
Completed:
1999

Full project delivery on an EPCM basis for installation of a one Mtpa tank cell flotation circuit

The Project involved the installation of a one Mtpa tank cell flotation circuit for the sweetening of sulphide feed to the gold recovery process.  The brownfield project comprised the installation of  five, 20m3 tank cells, flotation blower and services, reagents mixing and dosing system, concentrate and tailings handling systems.

Our scope included full project delivery on an EPCM basis; process development and detailed engineering and preparation of all specifications; procurement, inspection and editing for all equipment; preparation and administration of all fabrication and site works contracts; site construction management and commissioning of the plant; and project management and associated cost control, reporting and scheduling.

Project Highlights

  • Overall project and engineering completed within budget
  • Delivered required increase in sulphur grade
  • Full project safety management plan developed
  • Operating at rated capacity within one week
  • Project complete with no lost time or disabling injuries in difficult environment, utilising expatriate and local labour.