Murchison Metals announced that it has hired WorleyParsons as a contractor to its Oakajee port and rail project.

Mr Paul Kopejtka executive chairman of Murchison said that WorleyParsons would play a critical role in completing the project Bankable Feasibility Study and in the design and engineering of both the port and rail components.

Mr Kopejtka said that "WorleyParsons is recognized both nationally and globally as a leading project manager and we are delighted to have such a high quality group in this critical project role. WorleyParsons extensive experience in the design, engineering and costing of integrated infrastructure projects will allow for the timely completion of the BFS and provide a solid foundation for the development of the Oakajee port and associated rail network.”

Mr Kopejtka added that “As the Oakajee Port and Rail Project gains momentum and proceeds towards development, it will provide more certainty with respect to the port and rail infrastructure required for the Stage 2 expansion of the world class Jack Hills iron ore project owned by Crosslands Resources Ltd which is also jointly owned by Murchison and Mitsubishi.”

Feasibility studies for both the Port and Rail Project and the Jack Hills expansion are on track for completion in 2010.