en.Wedoany.com Reported - K+S Potash Canada has selected Worley and Graham Construction as the preferred construction partners for the first major scopes of work under its "Acceleration Program," with related contracts totaling over C$100 million. On-site construction is expected to continue until 2028. The program centers on expanding the Bethune mine in Saskatchewan, aiming to nearly double the mine's annual potash production from current levels to 4 million tons. A series of projects will support steady production increases and site infrastructure development over the coming years.
In this round of project allocation, Worley will undertake structural steel supply and installation, and be responsible for mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation construction for the compaction facility expansion project. The compaction facility expansion is the largest single project within the "Acceleration Program." Graham Construction has secured the scope for earthworks, concrete, and mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation construction for the cooling pond pump station project, which will support increased secondary mining capacity. Graham is also advancing concrete and piling work for the compaction facility, with this portion of construction having commenced earlier this month. This indicates the project milestones have progressed from contractor selection to on-site implementation, with the compaction facility and pump station projects becoming the first two key components to be launched.
Both companies were selected through a competitive Early Contractor Involvement process, with evaluation criteria including safety performance, technical capability, and commitment to Indigenous inclusion. Anthony Clarke, Director of the "Acceleration Program" at K+S Potash Canada, stated: "Selecting these partners enables us to continue developing multi-use agreements and work packages for the upcoming construction scopes. Worley and Graham bring strong technical capabilities and construction experience, which will support our long-term growth plans and continued investment in Saskatchewan."
Headquartered in Germany, the K+S Group has over 125 years of history in potash and salt mining and processing. Its Canadian operations are located at the Bethune solution potash mine near Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, primarily producing potassium chloride products for the agricultural fertilizer market. As the "Acceleration Program" continues to advance over the next 10 to 15 years, K+S will continue to solicit suppliers providing direct and indirect services for the program.
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