Prioritise Long-Lead Procurement For Australian Battery Materials Expansion

Inspection during the rebuild found the rotary head required only minimal component replacement before returning to service

“The rebuild process has also reinforced the strength of the partnership between SRG Global and Sandvik. Having direct original equipment manufacturer (OEM) support, strong communication and confidence in the rebuild capability gave us assurance throughout the entire process

Image: Sandvik Sandvik and SRG Global are celebrating another milestone in their growing partnership following the rebuild of a Sandvik Leopard DI650i drill rig which achieved the highest operating hours globally across several major components. The rotary head, compressor and hydraulic pumps all achieved 25,000 uninterrupted operating hours before their first major overhaul, while the engine exceeded 21,000 hours; a testament to both the durability of Sandvik surface drills and SRG Global’s rigorous maintenanc

“By progressing long-lead procurement, engineering and early works now, we are positioning PLS to respond to future lithium demand while retaining optionality for the timing of any final investment decision. ” The $175 million investment will fund engineering, long-lead equipment procurement, early site works and upgrades to Wodgina Road East, allowing key elements of the projects to progress ahead of a final investment decision

“This pre-FID capital expenditure preserves optionality and maintains momentum along the critical path,” PLS managing director and chief executive officer Dale Henderson said. “By progressing long-lead procurement, engineering and early works now, we are positioning PLS to respond to future lithium demand while retaining optionality for the timing of any final investment decision

” The $175 million investment will fund engineering, long-lead equipment procurement, early site works and upgrades to Wodgina Road East, allowing key elements of the projects to progress ahead of a final investment decision

Honeywell's modular delivery model shortens construction time and lowers costs, allowing SAF production faster than traditional methods

Published by, Editorial Assistant Hydrocarbon Engineering, Thursday, 18 June 2026 12:00 Honeywell has announced that its modular EcofiningTM process technology, specialised pumps, compressors, and integrated control and safety systems will help drive sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel production for Acelen Renewables' greenfield site in Bahia, Brazil

"Technology and integrated automation play a pivotal role in reducing the cost of renewable fuels, which is essential for broad adoption. Advances in Honeywell's technology have reduced the cost to produce SAF and the use of novel, low-cost feedstocks will help further reduce production costs