Variation of Pipeline Licence VIC/PL21 (Perch to Shore) (49K4WQ)

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COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

 

Sections 226, 264 and 708

Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006

 

VARIATION OF PIPELINE LICENCE VIC/PL21

(PERCH TO SHORE) (49K4WQ)

 

I, NICOLE LYNETTE FILBAY, the Delegate of the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator, on behalf of the Commonwealth-Victoria Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority hereby vary Pipeline Licence VIC/PL21, dated 31 August 1989 (the Licence), for which:

 

Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd

(ACN 091 829 819)

 

Woodside Energy (Bass Strait) Pty Ltd

(ACN 004 228 004)

 

 

are the registered titleholders, as set out below.

 

The variation takes effect on the day on which this notice of variation is published in the Australian Government Gazette.

 

Made under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
of the Commonwealth of Australia

 

NICOLE LYNETTE FILBAY

DELEGATE OF THE TITLES ADMINISTRATOR

ON BEHALF OF THE COMMONWEALTH–VICTORIA

OFFSHORE PETROLEUM JOINT AUTHORITY

 

 

 


FIRST SCHEDULE 

ROUTE OF PIPELINE

 

ROUTES OF REDUNDANT PORTIONS OF PERCH TO SHORE PIPELINE

 

The route of the pipeline is described in the table below, and displayed in the map below (Attachment A), commencing at the LVO Perch Manifold and terminating at the cut spool location at the Perch Platform, and commencing at Inflection Point 09 and terminating at the cut spool location at the Dolphin Platform.

 

ID

DESCRIPTION 

Easting (m)

Northing (m)

1

Start of the Redundant Perch portion of the Perch to Shore Pipeline (LVO Perch Manifold) 

528102.35

5730967.54

2

Inflection Point 01

528098.33

5730963.35

3

Inflection Point 02  

528094.04

5730967.53

4

End of the Redundant Perch portion of the Perch to Shore Pipeline (Cut spool location at Perch Platform)

528089.50

5730962.21

 

ID

DESCRIPTION 

Easting (m)

Northing (m)

12

Start of the Redundant Dolphin manifold portion of the Perch to Shore Pipeline (Cut spool location at Dolphin platform)

532907.99

5740037.00

13

Inflection Point 09

532912.67

5740041.88

14

Inflection Point 08

532917.01

5740037.94

15

End of the Redundant Dolphin manifold portion of the Perch to Shore Pipeline (LVO Dolphin Manifold)  

532920.41

5740041.56

Coordinate sets above are based on GDA 94/MGA Zone 55, survey of pipeline centreline.

 

Route of Perch to Shore Pipeline

 

The route of the pipeline is described in the table below, and displayed in the map below (Attachment A), commencing at cut spool location at the Perch platform before proceeding through two major deflections, and commencing at cut spool location at the Dolphin platform before proceeding to the Dolphin tee connection, followed by a straight line with minor deflections to a point which intersects the boundary of Commonwealth offshore waters at the 3 nautical mile limit at or about Easting 522271.50 m and Northing 5749838.54 m.

 

ID

DESCRIPTION 

Easting (m)

Northing (m)

5

Cut spool location at Perch platform  

528089.50

5730962.21

6

Inflection Point 03  

528081.75

5730952.46

7

Inflection Point 04  

528072.77

5730965.39

8

Inflection Point 05  

528071.65

5730974.82

9

Inflection Point 06  

527415.13

5731936.61

10

Inflection Point 07  

533815.81

5739200.92

11

Cut spool location at Dolphin platform  

532907.99

5740037.00

16

Inflection Point 10  

532905.62

5740035.54

17

DPA300 T Connection  

532905.56

5740030.90

18

3 Nautical Mile Limit Crossing  

522271.50

5749838.54

Coordinate set above is based on GDA 94/MGA Zone 55, survey of pipeline centreline.

 

SECOND SCHEDULE

 

SPECIFICATION 

 

  1.              Design 

 

The pipeline design is based on the following parameters –  

 

  1.             one 300 mm nominal diameter pipeline for the conveyance of liquid hydrocarbons;  
  2.          a flow rate of 3800 sm3/d (0.024 MMbbl/d) of liquid hydrocarbons;  
  3.        a maximum internal design pressure of 15,310 kPag;  
  4.         a design temperature of 65.5⁰C;  
  5.           a specific gravity of 2.5 for the 323.9 mm x 22.2 mm pipeline (including contents);  
  6.         a maximum water depth during pipelaying of 42 m;  
  7.      a pipeline length of approximately 26.0 km. 

 

  1.               Materials of Construction 

 

  1.                  Steel Pipe  

 

The line pipe shall be in accordance with the requirements of the American Petroleum Institute Specification – API Spec 5L, 36th Edition for Grade X42 seamless pipe and Esso Australia Limited supplemental pipe specification accompanying the pipeline licence application and the pipeline shall have the dimensions 323.9 mm O.D. with 22.2 mm W.T.  

 

  1.               Protective Coating 

 

The line pipe shall be protected by a coating of Taubmans HD3005 Fusion Bonded Epoxy 400-500 Microns thick, and in accordance with the Esso Australia Limited Protective Coatings Specifications accompanying the pipeline licence application. 


Attachment A

 

 

Overview

The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to provide a comprehensive legal framework governing offshore petroleum activities and greenhouse gas storage in Australian waters. This Act addresses the need for effective regulation to ensure that offshore petroleum operations are conducted in a manner that is safe, environmentally responsible, and economically efficient. The Act establishes the legal basis for licensing and regulating offshore petroleum activities, including the exploration, production, and transportation of petroleum, as well as the storage of greenhouse gases. The policy objective of the Act is to balance the development of Australia's offshore petroleum resources with the protection of the environment and the interests of stakeholders, including Indigenous communities and other users of the marine environment. The Act provides for the issuance of licences and approvals, sets out the rights and obligations of licence holders, and establishes mechanisms for the enforcement of compliance with environmental and safety standards. This legislative framework is essential for the sustainable development of Australia's offshore petroleum industry while safeguarding the marine environment and ensuring public safety.

Scope and Application

The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 applies to the variation of the Pipeline Licence VIC/PL21, involving Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd and Woodside Energy (Bass Strait) Pty Ltd as the registered titleholders. This Act pertains to the regulation of activities related to offshore petroleum exploration, production, and storage within the Commonwealth of Australia, including the state of Victoria. The variation of the pipeline licence, as detailed in the first schedule, pertains to the route of the pipeline from the LVO Perch Manifold to the Perch Platform and from Inflection Point 09 to the Dolphin Platform, with specific coordinates based on the GDA 94/MGA Zone 55. The second schedule outlines the technical specifications for the pipeline, including its design, materials, and protective coating. The variation takes effect from the date of publication in the Australian Government Gazette, as stated by Nicole Lynette Filbay, the Delegate of the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator on behalf of the Commonwealth-Victoria Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority. The Act provides a framework for these variations, ensuring compliance with the specified parameters and regulatory standards.

Key Provisions

The primary sections of this legislation, the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006, involve the variation of a pipeline licence, specifically for Pipeline Licence VIC/PL21 (sections 226, 264, and 708). This variation pertains to the Perch to Shore pipeline, which is undergoing modifications as outlined in the First and Second Schedules. The First Schedule details the new route of the pipeline, specifying the geographical coordinates and the inflection points, while the Second Schedule provides specifications on the pipeline design, including its dimensions, flow rate, pressure, temperature, and material composition. Under the Act, the obligations imposed on the entities Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd and Woodside Energy (Bass Strait) Pty Ltd, the registered titleholders, include adhering to the newly defined pipeline route and specifications. This includes ensuring that the pipeline design parameters, such as the maximum internal design pressure, flow rate, and temperature, are met. Additionally, the titleholders must ensure that the materials and protective coatings used in the pipeline meet the standards specified in the legislation, including compliance with API Spec 5L and the Esso Australia Limited supplemental pipe specifications. Failure to comply with the provisions of this Act may result in significant consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed within the text provided, breaches of the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 can typically lead to civil penalties under Section 655, which may include fines. Additionally, severe non-compliance could result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment, under Section 656. The exact penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as outlined in the broader legislative framework.

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