COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA
Section 708
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF A PIPELINE LICENCE (JDP3-JUA1E PIPELINE) – OFFSHORE AREA OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
I, GRAEME ALBERT WATERS, the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator, on behalf of the Commonwealth–Western Australia Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority hereby give notice pursuant to section 708 of the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 that an application has been received from.
Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd
(ACN 130 391 365)
KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd
(ACN 139 500 502)
for the grant of a pipeline licence for the conveyance of petroleum in the offshore area of Western Australia, as set out below.
A person may make a written submission to the Titles Administrator about this application within 30 days from the date of this notice.
This notice takes effect on the day in which it appears in the
Australian Government Gazette.
Made under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
of the Commonwealth of Australia.
GRAEME ALBERT WATERS
TITLES ADMINISTRATOR
ON BEHALF OF THE COMMONWEALTH-WESTERN AUSTRALIA
OFFSHORE PETROLEUM JOINT AUTHORITY
ROUTE OF THE PIPELINE
The pipeline route is described in the table hereunder and displayed in the attached map (Attachment 1), commencing at the production jumper end fitting hub face, which connects to the downstream Diverless connector at the JULA Manifold end, to the production jumper end fitting hub face, which connects to the downstream Diverless connector at the JUA1E Christmas tree end, within an 80 m corridor (± 40 m centred on the pipeline). Coordinates are based on Geodetic Datum of Australia (GDA94).
Feature ID | Feature Name | UTM Zone | Easting (mE) | Northing (mN) |
1 | JULA Manifold (centroid) | 50 | 295229.2 | 7770931.3 |
2 | JUA1E Manifold Hub | 50 | 295225.8 | 7770935.5 |
3 | Turning Point 1 | 50 | 295198.3 | 7770948.4 |
4 | Intersection Point 1 | 50 | 295165.0 | 7770964.0 |
5 | Turning Point 2 | 50 | 295156.4 | 7770928.2 |
6 | JUA1E XT Hub | 50 | 295110.9 | 7770738.7 |
7 | JUA1E XT Centroid | 50 | 295110.0 | 7770735.0 |
SPECIFICATIONS
Design and Construction
The offshore pipeline must be designed and constructed in accordance with Offshore Standard DNV-OS-F101 – Submarine Pipeline Systems (Offshore Pipeline), which is incorporated in its entirety in Australian Standard AS2885.4 – Pipelines, Gas and Liquid Petroleum (Part 4: Submarine Pipelines). Specifically, the design and construction phase of the pipeline must comply with DNVGL-RP-F101.
Basis of Design
The pipeline design is based on the following parameters:
Item | Item Description | Details |
1 | Outside diameter of pipe and riser | 382.48 mm (8 inches) |
2 | Wall thickness of pipe inclusive of riser (only for carbon steel) | 89.64 mm |
3 | Length | 0.305 km |
4 | Design life | 20 years |
5 | Pipeline Material | Flexible Corrosion Resistant Alloy steel |
6 | Pipeline and Riser Steel Grade | DNVGL-ST-F101 API 17J unbonded flexible pipe |
7 | Pipeline Specification | DNVGL-ST-F101 |
8 | Minimum yield strength of pipe steel | 415 MPa |
9 | Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure | 36.12 MPa(a) |
10 | Design Capacity | 180 MMscf/d |
11 | Maximum Design Temperature | 128°C |
12 | Minimum Design Temperature | -30°C |
13 | Operating Temperature Range | Maximum: 119.6°C Minimum: 109.6°C |
14 | Characteristics of substance proposed to be conveyed | Gas |
15 | General plans and descriptions of pump stations, tank stations or valve stations and their equipment | Comprises of a 8-inch CRA clad flowline which will be routed from the JULA manifold to the Julimar JULA1E Christmas tree |
16 | General plans and description of pigging facilities | N/A |
17 | Cathodic Protection | Sacrificial Aluminium-Zinc-Indium anodes located adjacent to the flexible end fittings. The condition of the cathodic protection will be monitored via periodic ROV or AUV survey. |
18 | Hydrate Management | Insulation |
Overview
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 was enacted to provide for the regulation of offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities in Australia, addressing the need for a robust legal framework to govern offshore operations and environmental protections. The Act facilitates the regulation of petroleum exploration, production, and storage offshore, ensuring both economic benefits and environmental sustainability. It was introduced by the Australian Parliament, with a policy objective to provide for the regulation of offshore petroleum activities, including the protection of the marine environment and the orderly development of the offshore petroleum industry. In the context of this legislation, the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator, on behalf of the Commonwealth-Western Australia Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority, notifies the public of an application for a pipeline licence by Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd. The application pertains to the construction and operation of a pipeline for petroleum conveyance in the offshore area of Western Australia, with specific technical and operational requirements outlined to ensure compliance with national and international standards.
Scope and Application
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 governs the application for the grant of a pipeline licence concerning the conveyance of petroleum in the offshore area of Western Australia. This Act applies specifically to the applicant entities Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd, requiring them to adhere to stringent design and construction standards as outlined in the Offshore Standard DNV-OS-F101 and Australian Standard AS2885.4. The geographic scope of this application is limited to the offshore area of Western Australia, which encompasses the pipeline route from the JULA Manifold to the JUA1E Christmas tree. Any person can submit written comments to the Titles Administrator within 30 days from the date of this notice, which becomes effective upon its appearance in the Australian Government Gazette. The legislation extends its application through subordinate instruments that detail specific compliance requirements for the pipeline's design, construction, and operational parameters.
Key Provisions
The main sections of the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 that are relevant to this particular pipeline licence application are sections 708 and 709. Section 708 pertains to the application process for a pipeline licence, requiring the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator to notify the public of an application and allow for written submissions. Section 709 outlines the criteria for granting a pipeline licence, which include the safety, environmental, and technical aspects of the pipeline project. The applicant, in this case Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd, must provide detailed information about the pipeline's design, construction, and operation, including the pipeline's route, materials, and capacity.
The obligations and requirements imposed by the Act on the parties involved are substantial. Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd must ensure that the pipeline is designed and constructed in accordance with the Offshore Standard DNV-OS-F101 – Submarine Pipeline Systems (Offshore Pipeline). This includes adhering to the specifications detailed in the application, such as the outside diameter of the pipe, wall thickness, and materials used. Additionally, the applicants must provide comprehensive plans and descriptions of the pipeline's pump stations, valve stations, and other related equipment. The design must also include provisions for cathodic protection and hydrate management, with the condition of these measures to be monitored periodically.
Failure to comply with the requirements and obligations set out in the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 can result in various penalties and consequences. Under section 712 of the Act, any person who contravenes a provision of the Act can be subject to a penalty. The maximum penalty for an individual is $220,000, while for a body corporate, the maximum penalty can reach up to $1,100,000. Additionally, any non-compliance with the safety and environmental standards could lead to the suspension or revocation of the pipeline licence, effectively halting the operation of the pipeline. In severe cases, breaches could result in criminal charges, which may include imprisonment for individuals involved in the management of the pipeline operations.