Published Thursday, 26 July, 2012 at 03:00 PM
Minister for Energy and Water Supply
The Honourable Mark McArdle
Minister welcomes Caltex investment announcement
The Newman Government has today welcomed a decision by Caltex to continue operations at its Brisbane-based refinery at Lytton.
Energy and Water Supply Minister Mark McArdle said this decision meant ongoing investment in Queensland.
“Caltex has indicated a range of opportunities to improve the performance of the Lytton Refinery,” Mr McArdle said.
“This will provide investment and ongoing employment opportunities in the industry.”
Mr McArdle said prior to this announcement, Caltex had discussed the possibility of significant investments in the Lytton plan as part of its ongoing strategy.
“I was especially encouraged by the willingness of the company to flag issues that would require ongoing work to drive improvement at its refinery,” he said.
“There are about 660 Caltex staff at the Lytton refinery and this announcement is welcomed in terms of continued employment opportunities for skilled workers in Queensland.”
Mr McArdle said a considerable amount of refined petroleum product was now imported directly into Australia and it was important to be aware of these trends and its potential impact on energy security.
“I look forward to ongoing discussions with Caltex to maintain local refining capacity,’ he said.
[ENDS] 26 July 2012
Media Contact: Minister’s Office – 3896 3690
Energy and Water Supply Minister Mark McArdle said this decision meant ongoing investment in Queensland.
“Caltex has indicated a range of opportunities to improve the performance of the Lytton Refinery,” Mr McArdle said.
“This will provide investment and ongoing employment opportunities in the industry.”
Mr McArdle said prior to this announcement, Caltex had discussed the possibility of significant investments in the Lytton plan as part of its ongoing strategy.
“I was especially encouraged by the willingness of the company to flag issues that would require ongoing work to drive improvement at its refinery,” he said.
“There are about 660 Caltex staff at the Lytton refinery and this announcement is welcomed in terms of continued employment opportunities for skilled workers in Queensland.”
Mr McArdle said a considerable amount of refined petroleum product was now imported directly into Australia and it was important to be aware of these trends and its potential impact on energy security.
“I look forward to ongoing discussions with Caltex to maintain local refining capacity,’ he said.
[ENDS] 26 July 2012
Media Contact: Minister’s Office – 3896 3690