pilbara pipeline system
| Description |
The Pilbara Pipeline System (PPS) comprises five transmission pipelines extending from the North West Shelf Joint Venture’s Karratha Gas Plant to Port Hedland:
Customers on the Pilbara Pipeline System comprise both power generation and mining operations. A diagram of the PPS can be found here, showing:
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| APA Ownership |
100% |
| Regulatory Status |
The PPS is a non-scheme pipeline. |
| Capacity and Services |
The following standard services are offered on the PPS, subject to available capacity:
A description of these services, including APA’s Standard Gas Transportation Agreement (SGTA) can be found on the gas transmission services page. Relevant tariffs for these standard services can be found on the tariffs and terms page. Non-standard services or alternative terms may be available by negotiation. Notes on services Firm services are available over varying terms as set out on the gas transmission services page. Interruptible services are only available while the pipeline is fully contracted in respect of the corresponding firm service. APA is progressively rolling out In pipe trade service capability on all key pipelines. APA will prioritise this service rollout in accordance with shipper demand. |
| Service Usage Information |
Service Usage Information Report Pilbara Pipeline System, Goldfields Gas Pipeline and Northern Goldfields Interconnect (Deed Poll) |
| Service Availability Information |
36-month uncontracted capacity outlook |
| Policies, Procedures and Requirements |
Metering and Measurement Metering and Measurement obligations are outlined in the SGTA (West) and for this pipeline are set out here. Gas Specification In Western Australia, transmission pipeline gas specifications are governed by State legislation – the Gas Supply (Gas Quality Specifications) Act 2009 (2009 Act) – and by regulations made under that Act. The 2009 Act provides for a Western Australian standard specification, which is set out in the regulations (with some variations for particular pipelines), and a reference specification for each pipeline. These specifications are necessary for the operation of the scheme of the legislation. The standard gas quality specification for the PPS is set out in clause 1 of Schedule 1 to the Western Australian Gas Supply (Gas Quality Specifications) Regulations 2010. The reference specifications for the PPS are set out in clause 3B of Schedule 2 to the Regulations. APA will measure and/or monitor gas quality in accordance with relevant obligations under contract. Quality obligations are outlined in the SGTA (West). Credit support APA has minimum credit support requirements that are a pre-condition to gaining access to pipeline services. APA’s credit support requirements are set out here. |
| Contact |
If you are interested in acquiring gas transmission services for this pipeline, you can contact us on 08 6189 4300 to discuss your requirements. Alternatively, you may wish to make an enquiry by emailing us at [email protected]. We encourage potential customers to contact APA early when considering the gas supply and transport needs. Early discussion of needs improves the likelihood that APA can tailor services to meet them. |
| Formal Access Request |
Potential customers do not have to submit a Formal Access Request to gain access to an APA pipeline. If you are interested in acquiring services for this pipeline, you can contact us at the contact details above to discuss your requirements. For APA's non-scheme pipelines, you have a right to make a Formal Access Request pursuant to Rule 559 of the National Gas Rules. Lodging a Formal Access Request triggers a formal process of Access Offer and information exchange between APA and the potential customer. Details are in APA's User Access Guide. Potential customers do not have to submit a Formal Access Request to gain access to an APA pipeline. You can make a Formal Access Request by completing in-full the relevant User Access Request Form for this pipeline and emailing it to [email protected]. |
| APA Financial Information Disclosure – Part 23 National Gas Rules |
APA is reporting financial information for its non-scheme pipelines — that is, pipelines that are not subject to full or light regulation, according to ERA’s Financial Reporting Guideline for non-Scheme Pipelines. The financial information for the six months to 30 June 2018 and the years ending 30 June 2019 - 2023 includes Pipeline Financial Statements based on Australian Accounting Standards, the weighted average price for services on each of these pipelines, and the number derived using the ERA recovered capital method (RCM). Interested parties should read APA’s Basis of Preparation together with the completed financial information template that was developed by the ERA. In addition, APA advises in relation to RCM:
Basis of Preparation |