Spiecapag Awarded Pelican Point Lateral Relocation Project by Epic Energy

Spiecapag Australia is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the Pelican Point Lateral Pipeline Relocation Project by Epic Energy.

The project, awarded under an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract, involves the delivery of a new 3.9-kilometre DN450 gas pipeline to replace the existing Pelican Point Lateral.

Located on the Lefevre Peninsula, approximately 19 km northwest of Adelaide, the project forms part of the Moomba to Adelaide Pipeline System (MAPS), owned and operated by Epic Energy.

Initiated by Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI), the pipeline relocation will ensure continuity of gas supply while enabling major infrastructure development at the Osborne Naval Shipyard (ONS), supporting one of Australia’s most significant defence infrastructure programs.

Under its contract with Epic Energy, Spiecapag’s scope includes:

• Full EPC delivery of the new pipeline
• Installation of a ~3.9 km buried DN450 pipeline, including a ~660 m horizontal directional drill (HDD) beneath the Port Adelaide River
• Construction of associated facilities including offtake stations, pig launcher and receiver systems, and cathodic protection infrastructure
• Decommissioning and abandonment of the existing Pelican Point Lateral pipeline

The pipeline will be constructed using API 5L X60 steel and delivered in accordance with AS/NZS 2885 standards, alongside stringent environmental, safety, and cultural heritage requirements.

Mobilisation is anticipated in Q4 2026, with completion expected in late 2027 / early 2028. The project will draw on both local and interstate workforce, supporting local employment and capability development.

For more information, please contact: Jason Paterson, Business Strategy & Growth Manager, australia@spiecapag.com.

About Spiecapag: Spiecapag is a global leader in pipeline construction, associated facilities and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), servicing the energy, resources and utilities sectors. With over 100 years of experience, Spiecapag has built a strong expertise and track record delivering complex infrastructure projects safely, on time, and within budget.

About Epic Energy:  Epic Energy is a leading Australian energy infrastructure company that owns and operates more than 1,200 kilometres of gas transmission pipelines across South Australia, delivering reliable energy to power industry and communities. The company also owns and operates a growing portfolio of renewable and power assets across wind, solar and battery storage, supporting Australia’s evolving energy needs through infrastructure and customer-focused energy solutions.

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