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Over the life of the Carmichael, Adani Australia will create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs. Those are jobs with Adani, with our contractors and in the supporting mining industry and community businesses like supermarkets and petrol stations where our employees and contractors spend their money.

The Carmichael Project has been rigorously and exhaustively assessed by both the State and Federal governments and has all necessary approvals including indigenous land use agreements required for it to go ahead.

Numerous court processes have found the approvals that have been granted to the project are sound and that ample regulations, checks and balances are in place to give the public confidence that that mine, rail and port will be operated in a way that is safe and sustainable.

Adani welcomes today’s decision by the Federal Court 15/02/2018

We welcome today’s decision by the Federal Court as it represents an important milestone in the development of the Carmichael Project and paves the way for the granting of interests in land pursuant to the agreed terms of the ILUA.

We recognise the Traditional Owners of the land, including the Wangan and Jagalingou people.

We have listened to and worked closely with traditional owners over many years to agree the terms of the Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) and to ensure the Carmichael Project will deliver jobs, training and business opportunities for traditional owners.

Adani respects the strength and leadership of the Wangan and Jagalingou people and their long-term vision to create economic opportunities for their people.

The timely delivery of the Carmichael Project is a critical part of that vision.

Our Carmichael Project has committed to an Indigenous employment target of 7.5%, $250 million for indigenous business development and contracting, and a $7.5 million Indigenous training package that includes a target of 10% Indigenous trainees.

Adani Jobs 06/02/2018

Adani Australia currently has 800 people working across operations and projects in Queensland.

Each month we pay $7.2 million in salaries to our direct staff and seconded employees (average for last 6 months).

We are proud this money is supporting the livelihoods of local people and we value the work they do and the enthusiasm they bring to work every day.

We remain committed to the Carmichael project and look forward to the time when more people in places like Townsville and Bowen can join the Adani team.

Over the life of the Carmichael, Adani Australia will create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs. Those are jobs with Adani, with our contractors and in the supporting mining industry and community businesses like supermarkets and petrol stations where our employees and contractors spend their money.

The Carmichael Project has been rigorously and exhaustively assessed by both the State and Federal governments and has all necessary approvals including indigenous land use agreements required for it to go ahead.

Numerous court processes have found the approvals that have been granted to the project are sound and that ample regulations, checks and balances are in place to give the public confidence that that mine, rail and port will be operated in a way that is safe and sustainable.

Statement from Adani Australia and Abbot Point Bulk Coal re The Guardian Article on Cyclone Debbie water samples 02/02/2018

Adani Australia and Abbot Point Bulk Coal categorically denies any wrongdoing.

Abbot Point Bulk Coal provided correct and accurate information to regulators regarding storm water run-off during Cyclone Debbie.

We at all times operate transparently and in accordance with the highest standards expected by the community.

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Reliable, affordable electricity for all: Adani Renewables here to stay. 22/01/2018

Reliable, affordable electricity for all: Adani Renewables here to stay.

Adani Group has been named as one of the top 15 global and top 3 Asia Pacific developers of solar power, in part due to their Australian solar projects through Adani Renewables.

The list of global powerbrokers was released this month by Greentech Media, a branch of research and consultancy group Wood Mackenzie.

In 2018, Adani Renewables will begin construction on over 200 MW of solar projects to supply electricity to the Australian grid.

Adani Renewables CEO Jennifer Purdie says this year is looking promising as the company moves forward with significant projects based in Whyalla, South Australia, and Rugby Run near Moranbah, Queensland.

“Adani Renewables’ vision is reliable, affordable electricity for all, including industry, as the energy mix changes to generate lower emissions. We aim to develop, own and operate renewable energy assets, and we are proud to be developing a pipeline of projects here in Australia, with a goal to see 1500MW of renewable energy added to the Australian grid by 2022.”

With its first Power Purchase Agreement now in place, Adani Renewables is off to a strong start. Dr Purdie says the Renewables business suits Adani’s global position as a provider of resources, logistics and energy, and particularly complements Australian markets.

“Adani believes that Renewables make up a vital part of a balanced energy mix, and while they are not the full solution, they are certainly a part of the solution.”

“With the cost of energy to industry currently rising, Adani Renewables believes the Australian energy industry and policy makers must reverse this trend so that Australia once again has a competitive advantage through a globally competitive energy price. This is certainly something we should be able to do in time, through an appropriate energy mix, given the quality and diversity of Australia’s energy resources.”

The knowledge of how to develop and operate a successful solar project is certainly not new to the Adani Group, which owns and operates the largest single-site solar plant in the world in Southern India. Adani also has an entire factory in India dedicated to producing 1.2 GW of solar panels every year to supply India’s growing renewables market.

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Abbot Point Operations is disappointed that yet again, activists have illegally trespassed and endangered the lives of local workers and themselves at the Abbot Point Coal Terminal. 18/01/2018

Abbot Point Operations is disappointed that yet again, activists have illegally trespassed and endangered the lives of local workers and themselves at the Abbot Point Coal Terminal.

In response to the most recent incident this morning, Dwayne Freeman, CEO of Abbot Point Operations has said: “Through their illegal actions, these activists are putting their lives and wellbeing in danger, as well as endangering the health and safety of our personnel. In addition, they are putting the Bowen community at risk directly through their actions and by depleting Bowen's emergency response staff.”

“It is also unacceptable, and frankly abhorrent, that in the course of keeping these activists safe from their own illegal and irresponsible actions (locking on to high-risk equipment), our personnel and management are subjected to death threats and threats of physical violence. This type of behaviour is not acceptable.”

“The overwhelming majority of these activists are not representative of the Bowen community or of the wider regional Queensland area.”

“Abbot Point Port has a strong, long-standing relationship with the residents of Bowen. We support the community by directly employing locals, through community partnerships and traditional owner partnerships as well as through our use of local suppliers. This is in addition to our impeccable safety record over the past 34 years of operations.”

“As a community, we must not let these illegal and unsafe activities impact decades of commitment and work.”

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Serious injury or fatality inevitable if these violent and illegal protests continue 12/01/2018

Serious injury or fatality inevitable if these violent and illegal protests continue

Protestors last night illegally entered and locked onto conveyors at Abbot Point Port, seriously endangering themselves and local workers while also frivolously wasting police resources with a violent protest.

Abbot Point Port Operations CEO Dwayne Freeman has made the following statement.

“I am extremely concerned and disappointed in the actions of protest groups and the five protestors who made the foolish decision last night to lock onto one of our coal conveyors at the Abbot Point Port. These people, who have no experience, knowledge or understanding of the operations involved with a heavy industrial site like ours are extremely fortunate to not have been seriously injured or killed.

Such dire consequences were only avoided due to the diligence of our operational staff, who were inspecting the plant and became aware that the protestors had locked on to a live and operational automated conveyor system.

We respect the right of people to conduct a peaceful protest, but the protests that we are now seeing are no longer peaceful. This was highlighted last night where police and local workers were subjected to threats of physical violence and death threats.

The health and safety of our staff and legitimate visitors on site is paramount, and these protestors are putting themselves at significant risk by trespassing and locking onto equipment. Not only are they putting themselves at significant risk, they are putting our staff and the Bowen community at risk as well.

Continuous protests have been depleting Bowen’s emergency response staff as a result of dealing with these out-of-towners. Any locals who may have needed the help of emergency response staff would have gone without last night, due to all available officers attending the protest.

While the protestors have been arrested for their illegal actions, and are safely away from the port, similar efforts in the future could have a vastly different outcome. We respect the right to protest, but based on the negligence and violence of the protests we are now seeing, it is unfortunately highly probable that one day, actions such as this will end in a fatality – which is unequivocally unnecessary.”

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Adani will develop & operate the mine on an Owner Operator basis 18/12/2017

Adani Australia currently employs over 800 people and has invested over $3.3B in Queensland, which is the biggest investments by an Indian company in Australia.

Following on from the NAIF veto last week and In line with its vision to achieve the lowest quartile cost of production by ensuring flexibility and efficiencies in the supply chain, Adani has decided to develop and operate the mine on an owner operator basis.

Adani and Downer have mutually agreed to cancel all Letter of Awards and Downer will provide transitional assistance until 31st March 2018.

Adani remains committed to develop the Carmichael project and will ensure the highest level of standards and governance. This will not affect our commitment or the number of local jobs across Queensland.

This is simply a change in management structure and ensures that the mine will ultimately be run out of our Adani Australia offices in Townsville.

STATEMENT RE W&J ILUA 08/12/2017

Adani today welcomed the registration of the Indigenous Land Use Agreement between the Wangan and Jagalingou People, the State of Queensland and Adani by the National Native Title Tribunal.

The registration of the Indigenous Land Use Agreement represents an important milestone in the development of the Carmichael Mine.

Adani Australia recognises the traditional owners of the land. Adani is committed to creating sustainable employment and economic opportunities for Traditional Owner communities.

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Adani’s job creation promise on its way to fulfilment 27/11/2017

Adani’s job creation promise on its way to fulfilment

Following the launch of the Adani Regional Content Strategy (ARCS) in June, job creation for regional Queensland is well underway across Adani’s mine, rail and port projects.

Adani today announced the next step in its regional employment strategy will now involve Downer Group, the major mine contractors, who will be touring parts of regional Queensland to meet directly with jobseekers at employment fairs over the next several weeks.

Adani hopes that this regional employment roadshow will help to create a positive outlook for the regions moving forward into 2018.

“As our project continues to move forward, we are excited to bring regional Queensland workers on board to help us start building our mine, rail and port projects,” said Jeyakumar Janakaraj, CEO and Country Head.

“Groups hoping to stop us have failed, because we have already started.”

So far, there are five confirmed jobseeker events on the calendar, with additional events to be announced in the coming weeks. Rockhampton and Townsville are the focus for Downer’s mine recruitment efforts, following the recent mine FIFO Hub announcements.

First in line is the Gear Up Rocky Job Readiness Expo on Wednesday 29th November, followed by community engagement outreaches in Woorabinda, Cherbourg, Townsville and Palm Island.

The Rockhampton event is open to all with no registration required, while jobseekers looking to attend the Townsville event will need to register with Downer Group. To register, visit www.downercareers.com and quote the job number 545214.
Adani promised jobs for the regions, and now we are delivering. ENDS

EVENT DATES
Gear Up Rocky Job Readiness Expo - Wednesday 29 November
Woorabinda Community Engagement - Thursday 30 November
Cherbourg Community Engagement - Monday 4 December
Townsville Community Engagement - Tuesday 12 December
Palm Island Community Engagement - Wednesday 13 December

Adani on NAIF 22/11/2017

Adani on NAIF There have been incorrect reports in the media this morning stating that Adani is no longer seeking a loan from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF).

Adani has not sought to become a subject of contention in the current Queensland election campaign.

Adani has held productive meetings with a wide-range of financiers for the Carmichael Mine and associated infrastructure.

However, this does not negate the need for support from the Federal and State governments including a NAIF loan—every cent of which will be repaid by Adani with interest.

The purpose of NAIF is to provide loans for economic infrastructure and, again, every cent of this loan will be repaid with interest.

The infrastructure Adani is building will be common user infrastructure and will be able to be used by other projects creating opportunities for further jobs and investment.

If the public sector were to undertake to build this critical infrastructure, as has been done in the past, the cost would be higher and that cost would be carried solely by the taxpayer.

Adani’s commitment to Queenslanders – particularly regional Queenslanders – remains “rock solid”.

Unlike some who are reducing their presence in regional centres, Adani will never tradeoff local jobs for short-term benefit. In fact, Adani’s regionalisation strategy has cost the company money, not saved money.

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Adani signs Power Purchase Agreement for Rugby Run 05/10/2017

Diversified infrastructure and energy company, Adani, has taken a significant step forward to realise its strategy to become Australia’s largest renewable energy producer by 2022.

Adani Chairman, Gautam Adani, announced that Adani Renewables has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with a significant power retailer.

The PPA covers electricity generated by Adani Renewables’ solar plant at Rugby Run, near the central western Queensland town of Moranbah.

Mr Adani said Adani Renewables plans to have a number of renewable energy generation projects in Australia with a total capacity of 1,500MW within the next five years.

“We are the largest generator of solar energy in India and we aim to replicate that in Australia,” Mr Adani said.

Adani Renewables CEO, Dr Jennifer Purdie, sad the PPA was a significant step forward for the Rugby Run Solar Plant which recently was given Development Approval by the Isaac Regional Council.

“Rugby Run will have an initial generation capacity of 65MW in Phase One,” Dr Purdie said.

“The purchaser has agreed to take 80 per cent of that output at an agreed rate.”

The PPA will remain in place until June 30, 2030.

Construction of Phase One is scheduled to start this month with completion due in October 2018.

Preparatory work, including Cultural Heritage surveys and engineering design, had commenced with orders for critical equipment now being secured.

“This is an exciting project in terms of its size, location, and the technology we are using,” Dr Purdie said.

“This will be Adani Renewables’ first project – the first of many.”

The 65 MW first stage of Rugby Run Solar Farm – to be built on a 600-hectare block that was part of the Rugby Run grazing property – is expected to use the latest mono-PERC technology and single axis tracking systems developed to improve efficiency and output. Further stages are planned to take the generation capacity up to 170MW.

The solar projects are in addition to Adani’s $16.5 billion investment in the planned Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin a well as rail and port infrastructure.

The workforce for construction of Rugby Run Phase 1 is likely to peak at up to 150 employees during construction.

Rockhampton, Townsville named joint Adani FIFO Hubs 05/10/2017

Adani Australia today named Queensland regional cities Rockhampton and Townsville as the company’s joint Fly-in-Fly-Out hubs for the $16.5 billion Carmichael coal project.

The cities, which put in strong individual business cases to “fly solo”, will be the twin marshalling points for one of the largest industrial projects in Australia’s recent history.

The announcement follows further recent positive developments, including:

• Awarding of contracts worth more than $150 million for rail lines and sleepers • Awarding contract to Downer Mining for construction and operation of Carmichael mine • Starting pre-construction works including refurbishment of the mining camp • Establishment of the Adani Mining HQ in Townsville with more than 150 Adani and AECOM staff • Deployment of field staff for surveying, soil test drilling for the rail project

Further announcements will be made soon relating to mining machinery.

“After eight years of challenge, the Carmichael Project is underway, signalling the opening of the Galilee Basin which will drive the growth of the emerging Asian ‘Tiger’ economies including India,” said Adani Australia CEO and Country Head, Jeyakumar Janakaraj.

“We continue to face activists but we are underway. Recent attempts by activists to disrupt our operations, and TV programs aimed at undermining community support, have failed.”

Mr Janakaraj said the first activity will be construction of an airstrip close to the mine to deliver construction workers from Townsville and Rockhampton.

“Then we can start construction of the Carmichael thermal coal mine and the western sections of the Carmichael Rail Network,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Mr Janakaraj said the FIFO decision had been difficult.

“Both cities are winners,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“Rockhampton and Townsville put in commercially strong and competitive bids to be the single FIFO hub for the Carmichael Project.

“The bottom line for Adani was the size of the workforce needed, both in the construction stage and the operational stage, as well as our commitment to generate jobs across regional Queensland.

“The construction and operational stages will trigger 10,000 direct and indirect jobs in central and north Queensland over the life of the mine.

“I wish to thank the respective Mayors – Jenny Hill, from Townsville, and Margaret Strelow, from Rockhampton – for their unwavering support of our project and for leading their respective communities’ professional bids.

“I also wish to thank the Rockhampton and Townsville business organisations and their State and Federal political representatives who have all promoted their cities and regions.”

Adani Safety GM Represents Australia at ILO Safety meeting 28/09/2017

Adani Mining General Manager Health Safety & Security, Wayne Reilly, has been selected to represent Australian miners at the International Labour Organisation’s meeting in Geneva of experts on open cast mining safety.

The meeting on October 16-20 will set the safety standards for ILO member states for 10 years.

The standards must be ratified by all Nations through their respective laws.

As the developer of the Carmichael thermal coal mine in central western Queensland, Adani is proud to have Mr Reilly, who has extensive international mining safety experience, represent Australia.

Adani is committed to leading the industry in the safety of both operating the mine, and building the mine.

Adani receives approval for solar plant at Whyalla 27/09/2017

Diversified infrastructure company, Adani, has received planning consent for its $200 million solar energy farm just outside Whyalla.

The plant will generate 100MW, with potential capacity of up to 140MW, making it one of the larger solar farms in South Australia. Construction is planned to commence in 2018 with operation potentially from early 2019, subject to the outcome of ongoing commercial discussions.

Adani, the largest solar energy generator in India, is planning a number of solar projects in Australia with a total capacity of 1,500MW within the next five years.

Chief Executive Officer of Adani Australia Renewable Energy, Jennifer Purdie, said the workforce on the Whyalla solar project would peak at 150 employees during construction, with up to five full time operation staff.

“Opportunities exist for South Australia based electricians, technicians, engineers, and project managers,” Dr Purdie said. “In addition to those jobs for locals, the indirect employment benefits will flow from Adani’s policy to buy from local suppliers first.”

Dr Purdie said it was proposed that the solar farm would inject its power into the 132kv network between the Whyalla Central and Cultana substations.

Adani had undertaken stakeholder engagement to understand and work with expectations regarding the project.

“This was a very positive process for us and, I believe, all stakeholders,” Dr Purdie said.

“The Whyalla Solar Farm provides an opportunity to diversify the local economy, as well as provide the potential for community members and industry to gain new skills in a growth industry. In addition, the project will provide the region with an environmentally sustainable power plant that will help to reinforce the local supply.”

Dr Purdie said the support provided by Investment Attraction South Australia throughout this process had helped Adani navigate through government approvals more quickly.

Whyalla Mayor Lyn Breuer said she was “very pleased at prospect of Adani coming here”.

"This would build on other potential projects planned for here,” Mayor Breuer said.

“We would welcome Adani, the jobs it will create and the opportunity to strengthen our economy.”

South Australian Member for Giles Eddie Hughes thanked Adani for their planned investment and said the project aligned with the objectives of the State Government’s Energy Plan in making the State’s energy grid more secure.

“With our abundant renewable energy resource and commitment to a low carbon economy, South Australia has positioned itself as a world-leader in renewable energy technology,” Mr Hughes said.

“Adani is the latest in a long line of high-profile companies to invest in South Australia’s renewables sector, and importantly they are creating new jobs for future generations of South Australians.

“South Australia’s Upper Spencer Gulf in particular is quickly becoming a renewable energy hub with SolarReserve building a ground-breaking solar thermal project at Port Augusta.

“Adani’s expansion into this State also complements our South Australia – India Engagement Strategy, which aims to grow strategic partnerships and enhance long-term economic ties with India.”

The project will also help Adani realise its ambition to become the world’s largest renewable energy generator with more than 10,000MW globally by 2022.

Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey welcomed the commitment from Adani. “It’s interesting,” Mr Ramsey said. “Many have been attacking Adani over its coal investment in the Galilee Basin, but this announcement shows they are far from single dimensional.

“In fact they are an example of the Federal Government’s principles which are an ‘all of the above’ attitude to supplying cheap, reliable energy while making sure we reach our international commitments on CO2 reduction.

“While I welcome the extra generation capacity I have raised the all-important issue of energy storage with Adani, because the lack of dispatchability is the biggest issue facing the South Australian electricity grid at the moment.

“My preference is that storage should be part of every new renewable generating platform, whether it be alongside the generator or further away. There are a range of options and certainly some real opportunities surrounding pumped hydro facilities in the region.”

Work to Start on Moranbah Solar Plant 12/09/2017

The central western Queensland coal mining town of Moranbah will soon boast one of Australia’s largest and most technologically advanced solar energy plants.

Adani Renewables CEO, Jennifer Purdie, today announced that work would start on the first stage of the solar plant, anticipated to cost in excess of $100M, by the end of the year following the recent approval of a Development Approval by Isaac Regional Council.

Preparatory work, including Cultural Heritage surveys and engineering design, has commenced with orders for critical equipment now being secured.

“This is an exciting project in terms of its size, location, and the technology we are using,” Dr Purdie said.

“This will be Adani Renewables’ first project – the first of many – and we thank the Isaac Regional Council, in particular Mayor Anne Baker and her officers for their assistance and encouragement.”

The 65 MW first stage of Rugby Run Solar Farm – to be built on a 600-hectare block that was part of the Rugby Run grazing property – is expected to use the latest mono-PERC technology and single axis tracking systems developed to improve efficiency and output. Further stages are planned to take the generation capacity up to 170MW.

Adani, the largest solar energy generator in India, is planning to have a number of solar projects in Australia with a total capacity of 1,500MW within the next five years.

The solar projects are in addition to Adani’s $16.5 billion investment in the planned Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin a well as rail and port infrastructure.

Construction of Rugby Run Solar Farm will be completed in approximately 12 months from start of work.

The workforce is likely to peak at up to 150 employees during construction, with full time operation staff to number up to six.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said Council supported responsible industry development which genuinely engages with all stakeholders.

“We are excited to welcome Rugby Run Solar Farm as the first renewable energy project in the region,” she said.

“This project continues to diversify our local economy, and will contribute towards a sustainable future for both Isaac and the state.

“We look forward to the employment opportunities and long-term benefits that Rugby Run will deliver to our communities.”

Adani Renewables has executed the initial stage of works to expedite a network connection application with Powerlink to feed into their existing network supplying the State.

Adani has constructed 793 MW of solar plant in India to date, including the world’s largest single site plant at Tamil Nadu in southern India which has a capacity of 648MW. Adani has a further 1,225 MW in construction or late development phase in India.

Adani Welcomes Appeal Court Ruling 22/08/2017

Adani today welcomed the Queensland Court of Appeal upholding the State Government’s approval of a Mining Lease for the company’s Carmichael thermal coal resource.

The decision represents yet another independent judicial decision upholding nearly 8 years of development planning and rigorous approvals, and dismisses activist claims to the contrary.

It is also another legal rebuff to activists’ use of the courts to seek to delay a project that will create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs, including a minimum 7 per cent of jobs going to Traditional Land Owners covering the almost 400km long strip from Abbot Point to central western Queensland.

The project will also inject $22 billion in royalties and charges into the State coffers to be reinvested back into the community.

While the activist-supported appellant, Adrian Burragubba, claims that today’s case was about Indigenous rights, it was actually about the Minister’s legal obligations in issuing a Mining Lease.

The Appeal Court upheld the Minister’s decisions, as did a previous Land Court judicial review.

Mr Burragubba suggests he is acting on behalf of the Wangan and Jagalingou community, but the W &J people voted by 294–1 to support an Indigenous Land Use Agreement with Adani.

So not only has the court clearly rejected his appeal today, but an overwhelming majority of the W&J people also has a different view to Mr Burragubba and are seeking to realise the economic benefits of the projects for their people.

The most likely people to be harmed now by further law fare by Mr Burragubba is not the project which has considerable momentum, but the right of the majority group to realise a benefit.

Businesses already receiving benefits from Adani’s Regional Content Strategy 21/08/2017

Two months on from the launch of the Adani Regional Content Strategy, businesses on the ground are already receiving practical benefits from the Carmichael mine’s local supply initiatives.

In addition to the Regional Content Briefings, already held in Rockhampton, Emerald Mackay and Townsville, senior members of Adani’s Regional Content team have been engaging directly with regional businesses to understand capabilities, particularly with the upcoming launch of key work packages.

Adani Australia Country Head and CEO Jeyakumar Janakaraj says the Adani Regional Content Strategy is well beyond words on paper.

“Adani Australia are serious about empowering regional businesses through our Regional Content Strategy. Our Shared Responsibility Framework sets the tone for truly partnering with regional business and growing the region rather than just working with one or two token businesses to tick a box. We are delivering on our promise to invest in Regional Queensland,” said Mr Janakaraj.

Following the Content Briefings, Adani’s Regional Content team have been conducting site tours to map regional business capabilities and discuss upcoming spend directly with business owners.

In Mackay, MACS Engineering benefited from a morale boost following Adani’s site tour. The vehicle parts manufacturer closed briefly during the mining downturn, but is now open and looking forward to increasing business in the mining sector.

SEW-EURODRIVE in Mackay also hosted Adani for a site tour. While SEW-EURODRIVE is already completing equipment overhauls for Adani’s Abbot Point facility, their newly constructed facility showcased their capabilities in mine-related equipment.

Similarly, in Rockhampton Adani met with SMW Group and Coxon’s Radiators, both based in the Parkhurst Industrial Estate and completing equipment overhauls for the mining industry. Manager Regional Content Ben Hughes says he’s impressed with the calibre of operations that he’s seen.

“Visiting regional businesses is a real eye-opener to the capability of regional Queensland. There are fantastic businesses in places like Mackay and Rockhampton who have only grown more resilient over the past few years. Adani Australia are looking to partner with these kinds of businesses who offer innovative approaches and value for money,” said Mr Hughes.

The EconomX online supplier platform has now seen 650 businesses sign up since its launch, with expressions of interest for upcoming packages to be released directly to registered businesses over the coming weeks.

Further Regional Projects Forums are planned for Bowen, Airlie Beach, Townsville and Gladstone in the coming weeks.

Regional jobs on Adani portals 20/06/2017

Following the opening of the Townsville Regional Headquarters and contractor announcements earlier this month, Adani Australia today launched dedicated regional supplier and employment portals.

Introduced on the Adani Supplier Roadshow earlier this year, the portals will provide a single point of contact and information for those wishing to tender for work or employment on the Carmichael mine, rail and port projects.

Adani Australia CEO and Country Head Jeyakumar Janakaraj says the supplier and jobs portals are a cornerstone of the Adani Regional Content Strategy, cementing Adani’s commitment to jobs for regional Queensland.

“We’ve consistently had a strong focus on providing jobs and supply opportunities for Queensland, and these portals will allow us to make this a reality,” said Mr Janakaraj.

“Our Regional Content Strategy is based around identifying an efficient market, effective engagement with workers, suppliers and contractors, and enabling partnerships with all levels of government and economic development organisations to ensure long-term benefits for Queensland.”

The supplier portal, hosted through specialist regional content platform EconomX, will handle supplier registration for Adani and our subcontractors on the Carmichael Projects.

The official gateway for job opportunities for the Carmichael project will be via the uWorkIn portal. This will be the single point of contact for Adani, as well as top-tier suppliers and contractors, to connect with regional Queensland’s workers.

The portals can be accessed via www.adaniaustralia.com.

Adani Project Gets Green Light 06/06/2017

Adani Chairman, Gautam Adani, today gave the “green light” for the Carmichael mine and rail projects in Central Queensland.

“I am proud to announce the project has Final Investment Decision (FID) approval which marks the official start of one of the largest single Infrastructure – and job creating – developments in Australia’s recent history,” Mr Adani said.

“This is an historic day for Adani, an historic day for regional Queensland, and an historic day for Indian investment in Australia.

“This is the largest single investment by an Indian corporation in Australia, and I believe others will follow with investments and trade deals.

“We have been challenged by activists in the courts, in inner city streets, and even outside banks that have not even been approached to finance the project.

“We are still facing activists. But we are committed to this project.

“We are committed to regional Queensland and we are committed to addressing energy poverty in India.”

Mr Adani said the Carmichael projects will generate 10,000 direct and indirect jobs, with pre-construction works starting in the September Quarter 2017.

Queensland Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, today officially opened Adani’s Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in Townsville from where the company will oversee the construction and operations of the project. The RHQ will also accommodate Adani’s Remote Operations Centre, the first time that such a centre has been deployed in an Australian regional city.

The Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, was represented at the ceremony by the Federal Minister for Northern Australia and Resources, Senator Matt Canavan.

Australia Head of Country and Chief Executive, Jeyakumar Janakaraj, said the company had already invested $3.3 billion in the project including buying the bulk coal handling port at port of Abbot Point

Adani today signed letters of award for design, construction, operations, supply of materials and professional services.

The biggest deal is with Downer Mining for the construction and operation of the Carmichael mine.

The company has also announced in the past few weeks contracts totalling more than $150 million for railway tracks and concrete sleepers for the planned 388-kms standard gauge rail link between the mine and Abbot Point.

Importantly, these contracts had gone to regional cities to generate jobs - $74 million for railway tracks (Arrium Steel, Whyalla) and $82 million for sleepers (Austrak, Rockhampton).

Mr Janakaraj announced a further contract for the Carmichael Rail Network linking Galilee Basin mines including our mine to the port of Abbot Point.

This contract is with AECOM, who are regionally based here in Townsville.

The AECOM deal, which covers surveying and design for the rail link, with the company basing 70 people in Townsville.

“But we are building more than a rail line,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“We are building a line that will open the Galilee Basin, linking that massive coal reserve to markets around the world, generating power, and – importantly – generating many thousands of direct and indirect jobs in regional Queensland.

“In Adani’s case, it will link its Carmichael coal mine to our bulk loading facility at the port of Abbot Point from where it will be shipped to Adani’s power stations in India.

“While some may be looking for ways to leave regional Queensland, we are looking to the future. We are looking to ensure regional Queensland remains a great place to live, work and to raise a family.

“To achieve that, Adani is delivering on its promise to address power poverty for hundreds of millions in India and unacceptably high unemployment in regional Queensland.

“To those activists who sit in creature comfort and criticise us, I ask a simple question – what are you doing for those people?”

Adani Delivers Jobs for Regional Queensland 02/06/2017

Rockhampton company Austrak will fill a contract worth more than $82 million to supply concrete sleepers to Adani Australia for the Carmichael mine project’s rail line.

The deal will see Austrak triple its workforce to more than 80 and generate up to 30 supply chain jobs, and provide job security for the two-year life of the contract.

Adani Australia Head of Country and Chief Executive, Jeyakumar Janakaraj, said the $16.5 billion Carmichael project in Central Queensland would generate 10,000 direct and indirect jobs.

“Adani promised that regional Queenslanders would benefit from our project – and here’s the proof that we honour our promises and we care about regional Queenslanders,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“This is another step in Adani’s plan to build a long-term future with regional Queensland.

“While others are looking for ways out, we are looking to the future.”

Mr Janakaraj paid tribute to regional Queenslanders for their support of the Adani project.

“I want to pay particular tribute to the Federal Member for Capricornia, Michelle Landry, who has promoted Austrak to Adani from the day we announced our project.

“I also pay tribute to the Mayor, Margaret Strelow, who has championed the case for Rockhampton to share in the benefits of the Adani project,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Mr Janakaraj said Austrak would supply more than 730,000 concrete sleepers for the construction of Adani’s 388-kms standard gauge rail line from the mine in central western Queensland to the company’s bulk coal handling port at Abbot Point near Bowen.

Adani recently signed a $74 million contract with OneSteel in Whyalla for the supply of approximately 54,000 tonnes of railway tracks – almost 800 kilometres of steel if laid end to end.

“This is an even bigger contract to a company that is situated in regional Queensland and employs local people,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“The Carmichael project will open Galilee Basin’s high energy, low emission coal field to other miners.

“That means more jobs in regional Queensland.”

Adani appoints Chief Executive Officer for Abbot Point Operations Pty Ltd 05/05/2017

Adani Australia today announced the appointment of Dwayne Freeman as its Chief Executive Officer for the company’s Abbot Point Port and Rail operations.

Abbot Point Operations is responsible for the operation of Adani’s Abbot Point Coal Terminal, the development of its rail operations business and other associated port and rail operations businesses.

Mr Freeman has been a key member of the Adani senior executive team since December 2015 and was previously the Head of Port Operations.

He is also a director of Abbot Point Operations Pty Ltd and Abbot Point Bulkcoal Pty Ltd. He has extensive experience in bulk port, rail and logistics in Australia, having previously worked for Asciano Ltd, Pacific National and Toll in a variety of senior executive roles.

Jeyakumar Janakaraj, Adani Australia CEO and Country Head, said: “ We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dwayne Freeman to the CEO position for Abbot Point Operations which is a critical business for Adani in Australia and forms a key part of our growth platform going forward.”

Mr Freeman said: “I am honoured to accept the position as CEO of Abbot Point Operations and to work for a company such as Adani. Abbot Point Operations has a unique opportunity to leverage from its existing port operations business and to grow by acquiring or developing other opportunities in the bulk rail and port sectors. Abbot Point Operations is focussed on continuing to grow it’s business and the regional communities in which it operates, in a sustainable, safe and efficient manner.”

Carmichael Mine On Track 04/05/2017

Adani Australia today signed an agreement to purchase $74M of railway track from South Australian steel group, Arrium Mining and Materials Pty Ltd, for its Carmichael coal mine project.

The contract with Arrium’s division, OneSteel Manufacturing Pty Ltd, will be used to construct the near-400 kms rail link from Carmichael mine to the company’s owned and operated bulk coal port at Abbot Point in Central Queensland.

The contract was signed today in Whyalla, South Australia.

“This is a landmark deal for the Carmichael projects,” Adani Australia’s Head of Country and CEO, Mr Jeyakumar Janakaraj said. “Adani is continuing to gain momentum.

“The Carmichael Rail Network project is an essential element of the project.

“Our commitment to the Carmichael projects – and the benefits that will flow to regional Queensland and India – is clearly demonstrated by this deal.

“There is more work to be done but this contract is a major step forward.”

Executive General Manager, Whyalla Steelworks Theuns Victor, said: “If this project gets the go-ahead, it will be a significant boost for the Whyalla Steelworks through the increased utilisation of our plant, and could also benefit the community through the possibility of increased employment.

“We have been awarded this work based on the high quality of our product and our ability to deliver on our promise to our customers, which is further proof of the capability of our people and our plant.”

The contract, which is subject to the normal commercial requirement that the Carmichael mine proceeds, involves more than 54,000 tonnes of head hardened rail.

That is one of the largest steel orders placed with the Arrium group in recent years.

Mr Janakaraj again pledged to source resources from regional Queensland when practical.

“There are many other contracts under active consideration which will benefit regional Queensland businesses and generate jobs,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“However, the railway track contract assessment showed the best option for an order of that size was for it to be supplied by the Arrium group. Though it would have clearly been cheaper to source the rail from overseas, Adani values supporting Australian businesses and Australian jobs.

“Australia needs a strong local steel industry just as it needs a strong coal and resources sector. Today’s announcement strongly supports both.”

Adani Looks To Grow Agribusiness In Australia 09/04/2017

The Adani Group is looking to expand its operations in Australia into agriculture.

In the company’s home country of India, Adani Agribusiness has a significant presence in the primary industry sector. This includes producing the country’s most popular edible oils such as sunflower and soya, as well as fresh chickpeas.

Adani Agribusiness also includes Agrifresh which is a major supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables to many of India’s cities and towns. This division sells, for example, more than a million cartons of apples a year – more than any other supplier.

During a recent visit to India, a delegation led by Queensland Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, inspected an edible oil plant at Mundra and held preliminary discussions about opening agribusiness ties with the State.

Following that visit to India, a delegation from Adani Agribusiness has this week visited Queensland to explore investment opportunities for our company.

The delegation was led by the Adani Agribusiness Managing Director, Mr Pranav V Adani, and included the Agribusiness CEO, Mr Atul Chaturvedi, and Vice President International Business Development, Mr Bhupesh Chowdary.

The delegation visited vegetable operations in South East Queensland in the Lockyer Valley and Toowoomba regions.

The delegation also met with Queensland Treasurer, Curtis Pitt, to discuss opportunities.

Adani Australia has interests in coal mining (Carmichael mine), bulk coal loading facility (Abbot Point) and renewable energy plans for solar plants at Moranbah in Central Queensland and Whyalla in South Australia.

Adani Donates $200K To Help Qld Cyclone Victims 05/04/2017

Adani Australia has donated $200,000 to assist Queensland victims of Cyclone Debbie.

Country Head and CEO of Adani Australia, Mr Jeyakumar Janakaraj today presented a $200,000 cheque to the Salvation Army which is among the many NGOs providing front line assistance to help people recover from the disaster.

Mr Janakaraj said the donation was particularly aimed at helping people living in the Whitsunday areas such as Bowen, Proserpine, Airlie Beach and Mackay.

This region included Adani Australia staff and members of the wider Adani “family”.

Mr Janakaraj said Adani staff from Abbot Point had also been deployed to work with the local area disaster teams to help restore public areas.

“Adani Australia staff are proud members of these communities and we are happy to provide this assistance,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Australian Queensland Premier reaffirms commitment to Adani’s mine project 17/03/2017

Queensland Premier Leads 8 member mayoral and 25 member delegation in India to visit Mundra Port and power plant, the crown jewel of Adani Group

EDITOR’S SYNOPSIS
• Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk reaffirms commitment to the $16.5 billion Carmichael mine coal and rail project
• Coal from Carmichael mine to be used to generate power for 100 million Indians
• Adani Group committed to generate 10,000 direct/indirect jobs in Queensland
• Adani Group promises to create world class infrastructure in Queensland
• Adani Group has already invested $3.3 billion in the coal mine, railway and port project in Australia
• Mayoral delegation to also visit world’s largest solar plant set up by Adani at Kamuthi, Tamil Nadu

Ahmedabad, March 17, 2017: Adani Group, a global integrated infrastructure conglomerate, today hosted a high level delegation led by Ms. Annastacia Palaszczuk, Premier of Queensland, Australia at Mundra Port who reaffirmed Queensland government’s commitment to the $16.5 billion Carmichael mine project.

Last year, the Queensland state's department of environment and heritage protection (EHP) issued a final environmental authority (EA) for Adani's Carmichael Mine project in the Galilee Basin. The EA application was vigorously assessed by the department and acted on recommendations made by the land court.

Adani group is confident of fulfilling the strict conditions placed on the EA, including extra requirements based on the land court's recommendations and ensure this mine will not pose an unacceptable risk to the environment.

Earlier in the day, the delegation visited Mundra Port, the crown jewel of Adani Group’s infrastructure prowess and are scheduled to visit Kamuthi in Tamil Nadu to see the world’s largest solar project which generates 648 megawatts of green electricity.

Queensland premier, Ms. Palaszczuk said after the visit, “I am very happy to be here at Mundra and it is wonderful to see the port to solar plant to Agri businesses of Adani and its associated infrastructure. Indians are a great community in Australia and the Indo-Australian relations are growing from strength to strength. The Australian Prime Minister will also be visiting India shortly and that shows the significance of the relationship. My visit here shows that Queensland supports the Adani project for its potential to create many jobs for regional Queensland and will also help boost the Indian economy. Queensland will also be part of the solar project of Adani and we are delighted to be part of Adani in that project too.”

“We extend a warm welcome to the Honourable Premier Ms Palaszczuk along with the mayoral delegation and are very pleased to showcase our world class infrastructure created at Mundra by Adani Group. Our mining project will create economic prosperity and creation of thousands of jobs for the people of regional Queensland. The Carmichael mine will help bring energy security to millions of Indians who do not have access to electricity. The Adani group is committed to nation building projects in the energy and infrastructure space which will create economic and social benefits for people of India and Australia,” said Mr. Gautam Adani, Chairman, Adani Group.

The Premier and delegation visit is also significant in terms of Indo-Australian trade partnership as it lays a foundation stone of trade and commerce, especially in natural resources. The project involves construction of a near-400km rail line from the Carmichael mine site to the Adani owned and operated bulk coal-loading facility at Abbott Point near Bowen.

“Adani is similarly proud to be bringing this project to fruition and thereby generate tens of thousands of jobs for regional Queensland while help providing electricity to millions of Indians. The project will lead towards the overall development of the region in leaps and bounds. Adani will use mining support services from Mackay-Bowen region, Rockhampton and Townsville have been shortlisted by Adani as a Fly In Fly Out hub. The Mackay-Bowen region will also provide Adani with port services, as well as become the HQ for Adani’s rail and port operations.” said Mr. Jeyakumar Janakaraj, CEO, Adani Australia.

Adani Group ventured into Australia commenced in 2010 with the purchase of the Greenfield Carmichael Coal Mine in the Galilee Basin, Central Queensland, and the Port of Abbot Point near Bowen in North Queensland.

Our vision is to operate a vertically integrated model - with the extraction of coal from our Carmichael Mine, transported by rail to Abbot Point, and exported to meet consumer and business demands in offshore markets.

The project will build Australia's largest thermal coal mine in the north Galilee Basin approximately 160km north-west of Clermont in Central Queensland, linked by a standard gauge North Galilee Basin Rail Line to two terminals at Abbot Point Port near Bowen.

Over its 60 year of the mine’s life this major infrastructure will not only support Adani's operations, the railway line and port, but will also provide infrastructure for the development of other proposed mines, extending the mining boom and allowing more jobs to be generated now and into the future.

The benefits will extend locally, regionally and across Queensland providing much needed job opportunities and generating around $22 billion in state mining taxes and royalties in just the first half of the project life. This will assist much needed public funding to help deliver schools, hospitals, roads and other services and stimulating activity throughout the economy.

Mundra – Gateway to India’s power and food future 17/03/2017

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk today was given insight into how the state’s resources will generate a brighter – and healthier – future for India.

During an inspection of Adani Group facilities in Mundra, in north-western India, Ms Palaszczuk saw bulk coal facilities that will unload coal from Adani’s planned mine at Carmichael in Central Queensland.

The coal will be moved by conveyor system from the port to the nearby Adani owned state of the art super-critical level thermal power plant.

In addition, Ms Palaszczuk inspected the recently completed Adani high technology solar panel plant which is located near the power plant. The power plant, which provides electricity and steam energy to the solar panel plant, was constructed in less than 12 months and has already reached 40 per cent production capacity.

The panels are primarily for use in planned and proposed projects by Adani which already boasts the world’s largest single site solar generation plant.

While at the port, Ms Palaszczuk also saw bulk grain facilities. Adani, which has a sizeable agribusiness division, will hold further discussions with the Queensland Government about the supply of pulses to India through Adani.

Adani announces regional project centres 06/12/2016

Townsville will be the site of the Regional Headquarters for Adani’s $16.5 billion Carmichael coal mine project.

This was announced in Townsville today at a joint media conference attended by the Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, the Commonwealth Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Senator Matt Canavan, the Mayor of Townsville, Jenny Hill, and the Chief Executive of Adani Australia, Jeyakumar Janakaraj.

Mr Janakaraj said Townsville would also be home base for the company’s Project Management Office, Remote Operating Centre for the mine, and provide port services.

Mackay-Bowen region will also provide Adani with port services, as well as become the HQ for Adani’s rail and port operations.

The rail maintenance and provisioning yard will also be located in the region. The project involves construction of a near-400km rail line from the Carmichael mine site to the Adani owned and operated bulk coal-loading facility at Abbott Point near Bowen.

Adani will also utilise the Mackay-Bowen region’s well established mining support service industries.

Rockhampton and Townsville have been shortlisted by Adani as a Fly in Fly out (FIFO) hub. A decision will be made in 2017 around the time of early works commencement.

In addition, Rockhampton, Townsville and Mackay will provide Project Services to the Adani operations. Regional towns Emerald, Clermont, Moranbah, Charters Towers and Clermont will also be utilised as Project Services Centres.

Adani had originally proposed to base all of its project offices in Brisbane.

Adani has determined however that a shift to the regional Queensland centres allows the company to more directly harness the skills and enthusiasm of the local industries, local communities and workforce.

The Premier earlier had a private meeting with Adani Group chairman, Gautam Adani, to discuss the regional project centres, as well as progress on the mine and associated infrastructure.

Mr Adani yesterday provided the Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, and Senator Canavan with a similar private briefing.

“I want to place on record the Adani Group’s sincere thanks to the Prime Minister and Premier and their respective governments for their relentless support,” Mr Adani said today.

“I particularly also wish to recognise and pay special thanks to the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we are building this project, the Juru People, the Birriah People, the Jangga People and the Wangan and Jagalingou People, for their overwhelming support and consents.

“I also recognise the enthusiasm of regional communities and their representatives at local, state and Commonwealth government levels. up.

“Adani is committed to remaining engaged in the development of the indigenous and regional communities as demonstrated in today’s announcement.

“Adani group is committed to nation building projects in the energy and infrastructure space which will create thousands of jobs in regional Queensland and alleviate millions in India of poverty.

“The group has a very balanced approach to renewable energy. With a current solar energy portfolio of 1,400MW and a target of 12,000MW by 2022, Adani is clearly in line to realise our vision of becoming the largest renewable generator globally.

Mr Janakaraj said today’s announcement marked the start of the pre-construction stage of the project.

“There will be approximately 500-600 jobs during this stage,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“Our mining contractors, and the rail and port construction contractors, will be the major employers during the construction and operational stages.

“This is a significant commitment by Adani to regional Queensland where the Carmichael mine and associated projects will generate10,000 jobs directly and indirectly, and I am pleased that each of the regional centres will benefit from the Carmichael projects.

“The Carmichael mine is primarily aimed at bringing electricity to 100 million people in India, to improve their quality of life and indeed provide them with better health, education and employment opportunities.

“Adani is similarly proud to be bringing this coal project to fruition and thereby generate tens of thousands of jobs for regional Queenslanders.”

Mackay – Bowen Region an Adani winnner 06/12/2016

The Mackay-Bowen region will be a major component of Adani Australia’s $16.5 billion Carmichael coal project.

This was announced today by the Chief Executive of Adani Australia, Jeyakumar Janakaraj.

Mr Janakaraj said Mackay would provide Adani with port services during the construction and operational stages, while Bowen would also provide Adani with port services, as well as become the HQ for Adani’s rail and port operations.

The rail maintenance and provisioning yard would also be located in the region.

The project involves construction of a near-400km rail line from the Carmichael mine site to the Adani owned and operated bulk coal-loading facility at Abbott Point near Bowen.

The region’s well established and acknowledged mining support ssrvices industry will also be a winner, with Adani sourcing equipment and maintenance services from Mackay.

“The Mackay-Bowen regon is recognised by the coal industry around the world for its industry support services, and rightly so,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“This is a vital role for Adani – this project willl not get off the ground or continue to operate without these services.”

Mr Janakaraj said the Abbott Point facility was similarly ackowledged around the world.

“Adani now owns and operates this facility, and we will construct a new rail line from Carmichael to feed into the rail link to Abbott Point, so it makes sense to base our rail and port operations HQ at Bowen,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Mackay businesses not directly associated with mining could also benefit with Adani nominating the city as a Project Services Centre which will be utilised to provide non-mining services and staff for other projects, such as the rail link.

Other Project Services Centres are Emerald, Moranbah, Collinsville, Charters Towers, Clermont, Rockhampton and Townsville.

“This is a major project and our requirements will extend outside the mining sector,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Regional Centres winners in Adani project 06/12/2016

Adani Group today announced five regional towns will provide vital support services for the company’s $16.5 billion Carmichael coal mine project and associated infrastructure.

Chief Executive of Adani Australian, Jeyakumar Janakaraj, said Emerald, Clermont, Moranbah, Collinsville and Charters Towers would be the source of support services including workers for its projects.

“We are particularly focusing on the construction of our planned near-400km rail line to be constructed between the Carmichael mine and our bulk port facility at Abbott Point near Bowen,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“So we need people and services in the region to build that rail link, as well as companies to provide resources.”

The provision of good, services and labour from the regional towns would be supplemented by Rockhampton, Mackay and Townsville.

Mr Janakaraj said Adani had also announced that Townsville would be the site of the Regional Headquarters for the Carmichael coal mine project.

Mr Janakaraj said Townsville would also be home base for the company’s Project Management Office, and provide port services for incoming materials.

Mackay-Bowen region will also provide Adani with port services, as well as become the HQ for Adani’s rail and port operations. The rail maintenance and provisioning yard will also be located in the region.

The project involves construction of a near-400km rail line from the Carmichael mine site to the Adani owned and operated bulk coal-loading facility at Abbott Point near Bowen.

Adani will also utilise the Mackay-Bowen region’s well established mining support service industries.

Rockhampton and Townsville have been shortlisted by Adani as a Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) hub. A decision will be made in 2017 around the time of early works commencement.

The company had originally proposed to base all of its project offices in Brisbane.

Adani has determined however that a shift to the regional Queensland centres allows the company to more directly harness the skills and enthusiasm of the local industries, local communities and workforce.

Today’s announcement marked the start of the pre-construction stage of the project.

“There will be approximately 500-600 jobs during this stage,” Mr Janakaraj said.

“Our mining contractors, and the rail and port construction contractors, will be the major employers during the construction and operational stages.

“This is a significant commitment by Adani to regional Queensland where the Carmichael mine and associated projects will generate10,000 jobs directly and indirectly and I am pleased that each of the regional centres will benefit from the Carmichael projects.

“The Carmichael mine is primarily aimed at bringing electricity to 100 million people in India, to improve their quality of life and indeed provide them with better health, education and employment opportunities.

“Adani is similarly proud to be bringing this coal project to fruition and thereby generate tens of thousands of jobs for regional Queenslanders.”

Steel city takes a shine to solar 25/11/2016

South Australia’s “Steel City” – Whyalla – is taking a shine to solar.

The Whyalla City Council today formally reached agreement with the Adani Group for the Indian company to develop a $200 million solar generator north of the city.

The project will involve a 100MW solar generation plant, with potential capacity of up to 150MW which would make it one of the largest in Australia on one site.

Adani, the largest solar energy generator in India, is planning to have a number of solar projects in Australia with a total capacity of 1,000MW within the next five years.

The solar projects are in addition to Adani’s $16.5 billion investment in the planned Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin as well as rail and port facilities.

Construction of the Whyalla project is due to start mid-2017 and be completed in approximately 12 months.

The workforce will peak at 350 employees, with full time operation staff to number up to five.

A land purchase agreement has been signed with the council for the site which is in an industrial land estate.

The solar generated electricity will be fed into the main network which will boost reliability of supply in the region.

Adani currently has solar generation projects in India planned or operational totalling more than 1,400MW, including one of the world’s largest solar plants at Tamil Nadu in southern India which has a capacity of almost 650MW.

The solar projects are part of Adani’s global strategic balanced approach to power generation with coal-fired, solar and wind plants.

The company’s CEO of Australian operations, Jeyakumar Janakaraj, said solar opportunities in Australia were enormous because it had the highest solar radiation per square metre of any continent in the world.

Solar energy penetration in Australia – more than 2 million homes have solar PV and/or solar hot water systems – demonstrated acceptance of the renewable energy source.

“Coupled with the company’s $3.3 billion dollars of investment to date across its mine, rail and port projects in Queensland, Adani’s plans to pursue solar investment opportunities reflect the confidence the company has in the Australian market,” Mr Janakaraj said.

Whyalla Mayor Lyn Breuer said Whyalla City Council was pleased to be working with Adani on its project, and looked forward to the economic benefits the project would bring.

“We have been working with Adani for quite some time now to reach this agreement, and we are very much looking forward to seeing the project come to fruition,” Ms Breuer said.

“Whyalla City Council strongly supports renewable projects, and we believe Adani’s solar generator project will bring major benefits to the City of Whyalla and the region as a whole.”

Member for Giles, Eddie Hughes, warmly welcomed Adani's intent to build one of Australia's largest solar farms in Whyalla.

"This is great news for Whyalla,” said Mr Hughes.

"For many years we have promoted Whyalla as a perfect location for solar energy production.

"We have sun, land, a skilled workforce and a supportive community.

"Those attributes have attracted the interest of Adani.

"Construction of the plant will provide a boost to employment and it will provide one element in what is shaping up to be a much brighter future next year.

"I look forward to Adani becoming part of the Whyalla community and making a very positive contribution to the future of our city."

Sunrise in Moranbah 24/11/2016

A central western Queensland town built for coal industry workers will soon be the site for one of the world’s most advanced solar energy plants.

Moranbah, which boomed in the 1970s as a major population centre for Bowen Basin coal workers, has been chosen by Adani Group for a 100-200 MW solar plant.

The $200 million Rugby Run Solar Farm – to be built on a 600-hectare block that was part of the Rugby Run grazing property – will use the latest mono-PERC technology and single axis tracking systems developed to improve efficiency and output.

Adani, the largest solar energy generator in India, is planning to have a number of solar projects in Australia with a total capacity of 1,500MW within the next five years.

The solar projects are in addition to Adani’s $16.5 billion investment in the planned Carmichael coal mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin a well as rail and port facilities.

Construction of the Moranbah project is due to start mid-2017 and be completed in approximately 12 months.

The workforce will peak at 350 employees, with full time operation staff to number up to five.

A land purchase agreement has been signed for the Moranbah site, and the geotechnical and ecology surveys have been completed.

The connection options report is complete and a network connection application has been lodged with Powerlink to feed into their existing network supplying the State.

Adani has constructed 793 MW of solar plant in India to date, including one of the world’s largest solar plants at Tamil Nadu in southern India which has a capacity of 648MW. Adani has a further 1,225 MW in construction or late development phase in India.

The solar projects are party of Adani’s global strategic balanced approach to power generation with coal-fired, solar and wind plants supporting the energy policies of the nations in which Adani operates.

The company’s CEO of Australian operations, Jeyakumar Janakaraj, said that the Rugby Run Solar Farm makes good use of the high levels of solar radiation in the Moranbah region.

Community leaders across the Central West today welcomed the Adani solar project at Moranbah.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor, Councillor Anne Baker, said: “It’s exciting and we welcome the local jobs this solar project will create.

“It’s fantastic to see a project that will diversify our economy from its dominant mining base. “Council supports responsible development that brings jobs and stability to our region and that meets planning requirements.”

State Member for Mirani, Jim Pearce, said it was further good news for the region in terms of jobs and training.

“This investment by Adani is very welcome and a boost for confidence in the region,” Mr Pearce said. “Mining is the backbone of our region but we also need this type of new industry to broaden our employment and skills base.”

Federal Member for Capricornia, Michelle Landry, said the $200 million solar project would create new jobs and provide a welcome shot in the arm for the mining town.

“This is welcome news for the region that will generate hundreds of jobs during the construction phase and maintenance jobs once the plant is fully operational,” Ms Landry said.

“The power generated will be significant and this project, along with the Adani Carmichael coal project, demonstrates the company is committed to Queensland and job creation.”

Adani will develop & operate the mine on an Owner Operator basis 02/01/2018

In December 2017, Adani Australia announced that it would develop and operate the mine on an owner operator basis. This is simply a change in management structure and means that the mine will ultimately be run out of the Adani Australia Regional Headquarters in Townsville.

Adani and Downer have mutually agreed to cancel all Letter of Awards and Downer will provide transitional assistance until 31 March 2018. Adani Australia remains committed to the Carmichael Project and will ensure the highest level of standards and governance. This structure change does not affect our commitment to Queensland and the number of local jobs the Project will generate. Job seekers are encouraged to register on the Adani Australia Jobs Portal

Regional Jobs and Supplier Portals Launched 14/06/2017

Adani Australia today announced the launch of dedicated regional supplier and employment portals, following on from the Adani Supplier Roadshow earlier this year.

The portals will provide a single point of contact and information for those wishing to tender for work or employment on the Carmichael mine, rail and port projects.

Businesses will use the supplier portal hosted through specialist regional content platform EconomX, and job opportunities will be advertised through the Adani platform on the uWorkIn job portal.

Final Investment Decision and Townsville Regional Headquarters opened 06/06/2017

Adani Chairman, Gautam Adani, has given the financial investment decision approval and ‘green light’ for the Carmichael mine and rail projects.

Mr Adani said the Carmichael projects will generate 10,000 direct and indirect jobs, with pre-construction works starting as soon as September 2017.

The announcement was made at the opening of Adani’s Townsville Regional Headquarters (RHQ), where we will oversee Carmichael construction and operations.

The office opening was attended by Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, Federal Minister for Northern Australia and Resources Matt Canavan, as well as several other dignitaries.

Austrak Rail Announcement 06/06/2017

Adani Australia today signed an agreement to purchase over 700,000 railway sleepers from Rockhampton-based Austrak for the Carmichael rail project.
The Adani rail line will be the first standard gauge heavy haulage multi user rail line in Queensland, linking the Carmichael Mine to Abbot Point port in Bowen and effectively opening the Galilee Basin.
The contract, worth $82 million, provides a boost to regional Queensland and aligns with Adani’s strategy of creating jobs and supporting regional Queensland communities.

AECOM Rail Announcement 06/06/2017

AECOM, the largest multi-disciplinary design firm in the world, were today awarded the pre-construction scope of work for Adani Australia’s North Galilee Basin Rail Project.

The project, worth $28.2 million, will cover the ground survey, geotechnical investigations, hydrology and a detailed rail design. 70 jobs will be created in AECOM’s Townsville office, with field staff also based across the rail corridor.

Adani and Glencore reach agreement on Abbot Point Coal Terminal operations 31/05/2017

Adani and Glencore have finalised terms in relation to the future operation of the Abbot Point Coal Terminal in Queensland.

Abbot Point has currently one operating terminal, Adani Abbot Point Terminal. The terminal was acquired by the Adani Group by way of a 99 year lease from the Queensland Government on 1 June 2011. Since that time, the Terminal has been operated by Abbot Point BulkCoal Pty Ltd (APB) under an Operations and Maintenance Agreement with Adani Abbot Point Terminal Pty Ltd (AAPT). APB is a subsidiary of the Glencore group of companies.

Glencore has now agreed to sell the shares in APB to Adani’s Abbot Point Operations Pty Ltd (APO), with completion of the sale subject to receipt of certain approvals. APB will continue to operate and maintain the Abbot Point Coal Terminal after the share sale, under Adani’s ownership.

The Abbot Point terminal is a vital asset to Queensland and provides hundreds of jobs for the Bowen region. Adani has invested more than $1.8 billion in the existing terminal at Abbot Point terminal

(T1), which has long been the lifeblood of Bowen and is integral to Adani’s plans to build a long term future with the region.

APO is owned by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited and will operate as a stand-alone entity from AAPT and Adani Mining. APO shares Adani’s core values to ensure worker safety, protect the environment and provide jobs and economic growth for the local community.

APO expects there may be minimal changes to the management team and, upon completion of the deal, the Port’s employees will continue to be employed under their current terms.

Current users of the Port can be assured that this transition will not impact on the day to day operations and management of the terminal.

Adani intends to approach the transition so as to ensure minimal to no disruptions to workers or terminal users, to retain existing APB staff and proactively seek to supplement the workforce from Bowen where possible.

Adani Australia CEO Jeyakumar Janakaraj said: "Today's transition is a key milestone in our well advanced plans for Abbot Point, and is yet another demonstration of Adani's commitment to building a long term future with Queensland.

“This is an exciting and important step forward for employees, their families, the Bowen and surrounding communities and for Queensland, and reflects the vital role that Abbot Point plays in the company’s plans to build a long term future in this state”, Mr Janakaraj said.

Anthony Pitt, Director of Logistics and Procurement for Glencore’s coal business in Australia, acknowledged the Glencore team’s achievements in operating the port. “Throughout our time as operator, the port has maintained a world class safety and environmental record and has consistently increased the volumes of coal processed and exported to customers around the world”, he said.

Glencore will continue to supply coal for export to the Abbot Point Coal Terminal from its open cut coal mines at Newlands and Collinsville.

OneSteel Rail Announcement 04/05/2017

Adani Australia have signed an agreement to purchase $74 million of railway track from South Australian-based Arrium Mining and Materials Pty Ltd, to construct the North Galilee Basin Rail project.

The contract is with Arrium’s division, OneSteel Manufacturing, and will encompass the materials required to construct a 388km rail link from the Carmichael mine to the Abbot Point coal terminal.

Our Projects

Adani’s vision is to be a global leader in the integrated resource, logistics and energy business through sustainable, innovative and responsible value creation. Supporting this vision is our commitment to building and operating our Australian projects to achieve long-term sustainable outcomes.

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Carmichael Rail
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Carmichael Coal Mine Project

The Project

Mine Location

Plans, Reports, and Programs

Environmental Impact Statement

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Condition #	Requirement	Title
1	Construction Environmental Management Plan	Environmental Management Plan Rev C
2	Water Quality Monitoring Plan	Water Quality Monitoring Plan
2,7	Water Quality Monitoring Reports	2013 Annual Compliance Report 2014 Annual Compliance Report 2015 Annual Compliance Report 2016 Annual Compliance Report
3	Operational Environmental Management Plan	Operational Environmental Management Plan Version 11
7	Annual Compliance Report	2016 Annual Compliance Report 2017 Annual Compliance Report

Condition #	Requirement	Title
5 & 6	Matters of National Environmental Significance management plans	Species Management Plan - Carmichael Coal Mine and Offsite Infrastructure 20 May 2016 Species Management Plan - Carmichael Rail Network SP1 20 May 2016
8 to 11	Biodiversity Offset Strategy Note - this document has been redacted for commercially confidential reasons	Biodiversity Offset Strategy (October 2016)
11(k) to (p)	Great Artesian Basin Offset Strategy	Great Artesian Basin Offset Strategy (July 2016)
22	Groundwater Flow Model Review, Peer Review Report	CARMICHAEL COAL PROJECT GROUNDWATER FLOW MODEL INDEPENDENT REVIEW (RE: APPROVAL CONDITIONS 22 & 23)

Condition #	Requirement	Title
4.8.5	Matters of National Environmental Significance management plans	Species Management Plan - Carmichael Rail Network - NGBR 20 May 2016
10 to 13	Biodiversity Offset Strategy Note - this document has been redacted for commercially confidential reasons	Biodiversity Offset Strategy - North Galilee Basin Rail Project 10 July 2017

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