Australian-listed engineering giant Worley has secured a major construction contract at K+S’s Bethune potash mine in Saskatchewan, Canada, strengthening its position in the global resources sector.

 

The contract by K+S Potash Canada GP is to deliver field construction services for the mine’s Compaction and Power Distribution Project — the single largest component of K+S’s long-term expansion program.

 

The project is central to K+S’s ambitious plan to lift production capacity at Bethune to approximately four million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) by around 2040, requiring a significant expansion of its mining and processing infrastructure.

 

Under the two-year contract, Worley will oversee construction activities for the compaction building and associated power distribution infrastructure. The scope includes the installation of structural, piping, architectural and mechanical equipment, alongside electrical, instrumentation and control works.

 

The award underscores Worley’s growing role in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects for the resources industry.

 

“This award highlights Worley’s ability to deliver complex infrastructure and power distribution projects that enable customer growth across the resources sector,” said Chris Ashton, Chief Executive Officer of Worley.

 

“We are proud to continue our strong relationship with K+S and support the next phase of growth at the Bethune mine.”

 

Worley will execute the project in partnership with George Gordon Developments, bringing First Nation participation into the construction program and reinforcing its commitment to generating long-term socio-economic opportunities for Indigenous communities.

 

The contract marks another significant step in the development of the Bethune mine, with the compaction and power infrastructure expected to play a fundamental role in supporting K+S’s long-term production ambitions.