NEW mining projects in Queensland will insulate Australia from the effects of the global recession, according to the Queensland Resources Council (QRC).
QRC chief executive, Michael Roche, says the size and diversity of Queensland’s resources sector, along with new investments and project developments will lessen Australia’s exposure to the economic crisis.
While some resource companies have had to rapidly adjust to survive tough times, Roche says a number of companies are “pushing ahead with new projects” as demand from China and India continues, although at a slower pace.
According to Roche, project developments in Gladstone and the creation of an export liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry highlights the diversity and resilience of Queensland’s resources sector and provides confidence to producers.
While companies are continuing with expansions and new projects to take advantage of a “pause in demand growth”, Roche says the QRC is seeking an overhaul of approvals processes to focus on new infrastructure projects and prepare for the next global resources demand.
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