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KBR signed up at Esperance Port

John Holland has awarded global engineering and construction services firm KBR a design services contract as part of its $120 milion upgrade of road and rail access to the Port of Esperance.

Perth partner named Aust head of Herbert Smith Freehills

The head of Freehills' Perth office, Jason Ricketts, has been promoted to the position of Australian managing partner, following the company's merger with international law firm Herbert Smith.

Fleetwood to construct service workers camp at Hedland

Fleetwood Corporation has been awarded the construction contract for a 293-unit service workers' village in South Hedland.

Willie Creek Pearls to sponsor Wildcats

The Perth Wildcats have announced a sponsorship deal with award-winning jeweller Willie Creek Pearls. As the Wildcats' official jewellery partner, Willie Creek will have hands-on roles in the club's corporate events, including the season launch and end of season charity ball.

Clough going for Glory

Engineering and construction group Clough has signed a two-year sponsorship deal with Perth Glory. The Clough logo will be displayed on the sleeve of the Glory's plaing shirts, while Clough will also obtain stadium signage, corporate hospitality and ticketing entitlements.

Navigator announces new managing director

Navigator Resources has recruited Andy Tudor to succeed David Hatch as its new managing director to try and turn around the fortunes of the struggling gold miner.

MCC told to set aside $80m over Cape Lambert stoush

The Metallurgical Corporation of China has been ordered to set aside $80 million owed to Cape Lambert Resources over the sale of a Pilbara magnetite project in 2008.

Finbar kicks off stage 2 of Karratha high-rise

Apartment developer Finbar has announced the release of the second stage of its Karratha high-rise residential project, Pelago. Pelago East will comprise 174 apartments and 2,000 square metres of commercial space once complete, Finbar said.

South Boulder to raise $9.5m for Colluli

South Boulder Mines has announced a plan to raise $9.5 million from North American investors to fund the development of its Colluli potash project in Eritrea. The placement, priced at 95 cents a share, is being managed by US-based Sprott Private Wealth.

Government commits $12.7m for green energy

The state government has committed $12.7 million to fund low emissions energy projects in Perth, the Wheatbelt and the Mid West.

Green Rock gains $5.4m grant for geothermal power

Perth-based renewable energy firm Green Rock has won $5.38 million in state government funding to put towards the development of its Mid West geothermal power project. Green Rock announced today that its application for Low Emissions Energy Development (LEED) funding  was successful.

Incremental raises $4.6m for Colorado oilfield

Incremental Oil and Gas has completed a $4.6 million capital raising to explore and develop its Florence oilfield in Colorado. The Perth-based company said the placement, which was managed by Bell Potter Securities, was priced at 23 cents per share.

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LabelValue
Rio Tinto$26.13bn
BHP Billiton Iron Ore$20.48bn
North West Shelf Venture$14.92bn
Gold Corporation$6.82bn
Fortescue Metals Group$6.68bn
Others$22.08bn
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