COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA
Sections 226, 264 and 708
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
VARIATION OF PIPELINE LICENCE VIC/PL26
(BREAM B TO BREAM A) (PNNQMH)
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/PL26, dated 14 October 1996 (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
The route of the pipeline is described in the table below, and displayed in the map below (Attachment A), commencing at the cut spool location at the Bream B platform and terminating at the cut spool location at the Bream A platform.
ID | DESCRIPTION | Easting (m) | Northing (m) |
1 | Cut spool location at Bream B platform | 573165.75 | 5736356.95 |
2 | Inflection Point 01 | 573169.96 | 5736378.18 |
3 | Inflection Point 02 | 567311.66 | 5738412.31 |
4 | BMA350 Gas Pipeline Crossing | 567313.12 | 5738464.42 |
5 | Inflection Point 03 | 567313.23 | 5738467.90 |
6 | Cut spool location at Bream A platform | 567333.57 | 5738466.16 |
Coordinate set above is based on GDA 94/MGA Zone 55, survey of pipeline centreline.
SECOND SCHEDULE
SPECIFICATION
- Design
- The pipeline design is based on the following parameters –
- one 250 mm nominal diameter pipeline for the conveyance of gaseous and liquid hydrocarbons and water;
- flow rate of 7500 sm3/d (0.047 MMbbl/d) of liquid hydrocarbons and water and 1.80 MMm3/d (63.57 MMscf/d) of gaseous hydrocarbons;
- an internal design pressure of 24,800 kPag;
- a design temperature of 70⁰C;
- a pipeline length of 6.3 km;
- contained inside an unburied carrier pipeline.
- The carrier pipeline design is based on the following parameters –
- one 355.6 mm O.D. with 6.4 mm W.T. pipeline.
- Materials of Construction
- Steel Pipe
The line pipe shall be in accordance with the requirements of the American Petroleum Institute Specification – API Spec 5L, Nov 1992, 40th Edition for Grade X65 seamless pipe and Esso Australia Limited supplemental pipe specification accompanying the pipeline licence application, and the pipeline shall have the dimensions 273.1 mm O.D. with 14.3 mm W.T.
The carrier pipe shall be in accordance with the requirements of the American Petroleum Institute Specification – API Spec 5L, Nov 1992 40th Edition for Grade X52 electric resistance welded pipe and shall have the dimensions 355.6 mm O.D. with 6.4 mm W.T.
- Protective Coating
The line pipe shall be coated with 1 mm Yellow Jacket and 24 mm of Polyurethane foam in accordance with the Esso Australia Limited Protective Coatings Specifications accompanying the pipeline licence application.
- Carrier Pipe
The carrier pipe shall be protected by a coating of Fusion Bonded Epoxy 500 Microns thick and weight coated with 25 mm of concrete in accordance with the Esso Australia Limited Coating 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 framework for the regulation of offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities. This legislation aims to address the need for effective governance and oversight of activities related to the exploration, production, and storage of offshore petroleum resources, as well as the storage of greenhouse gases in subsurface geological formations. The policy objective of the Act is to ensure the sustainable and environmentally responsible development of Australia's offshore petroleum resources while also facilitating the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through the implementation of greenhouse gas storage projects. The Act establishes a regulatory regime that includes the granting of titles and licences, the imposition of conditions and obligations on titleholders and licence holders, and the enforcement of compliance with environmental, safety, and operational standards.
This legislation was introduced to address the gap in the regulation of offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities, ensuring that these activities are conducted in a manner that balances economic, environmental, and social considerations. The Act provides a clear legal framework for the management of offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities, promoting the efficient and responsible use of Australia's offshore resources while minimising the potential risks to the environment and human health. By establishing a comprehensive regulatory regime, the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 aims to facilitate the sustainable development of Australia's offshore petroleum resources and contribute to the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Scope and Application
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 applies to the management and regulation of offshore petroleum activities and greenhouse gas storage in Australian waters. This Act governs the licensing and operational requirements for entities involved in offshore petroleum exploration, production, and storage, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. Specifically, the Act applies to the variation of pipeline licences, as demonstrated in the variation of Pipeline Licence VIC/PL26 for the pipeline route between the Bream B and Bream A platforms. This Act extends its reach across the Commonwealth of Australia, providing a national framework for offshore petroleum operations. The Act applies to registered titleholders, such as Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd and Woodside Energy (Bass Strait) Pty Ltd, who are responsible for the pipeline's design, construction, and operation according to specified parameters. Any exclusions or exemptions from the Act's application are determined through subordinate instruments and are not explicitly stated in this particular variation notice.
Key Provisions
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 (sections 226, 264, and 708) allows for the variation of an existing pipeline licence, as demonstrated in the case of Pipeline Licence VIC/PL26, which connects the Bream B platform to the Bream A platform. The variation, detailed in the first schedule, specifies the new route of the pipeline, while the second schedule outlines the technical specifications of the pipeline. This includes the pipeline's diameter, flow rate, pressure, and temperature specifications, as well as the materials and coatings required for both the line pipe and the carrier pipe.
Under this legislation, the registered titleholders, Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd and Woodside Energy (Bass Strait) Pty Ltd, are required to adhere to the specifications and route as outlined in the schedules. This includes ensuring that the pipeline design meets the stipulated parameters for diameter, flow rate, pressure, and temperature, as well as complying with the materials and protective coatings specified. The titleholders must also ensure that the pipeline is installed and maintained in a manner that is safe and environmentally responsible.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 or the terms of the pipeline licence variation can result in civil or criminal penalties. The exact penalties are not specified in the document but generally, under the Act, penalties can include substantial fines for breaches of licence conditions and, in severe cases, imprisonment. The specific penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as determined by the relevant authorities.