Media Releases
Tuesday, 1st February 2011
In response to the growing threats from international terrorism and piracy, the Gillard Labor Government has commissioned the first ever comprehensive review into the security of our nation’s offshore oil and gas facilities.
I have directed the Inspector of Transport Security, Mick Palmer AO, to conduct this review so we can be assured that these vital national assets are sufficiently protected.
An act of terrorism against anyone of them would not only be extremely damaging to our natural environment but also very costly to our economy. This growing sector already employs more than 10,000 Australians and generates over $22 billion in annual export earnings.
While at this time there’s no specific threat against any of our facilities, I believe we must remain vigilant. That’s why we are taking pre-emptive action to make sure our security arrangements are equal to the emerging threats.
The inquiry will look at:
The Inquiry will include federal, state and territory agencies, ship owners, port operators, and operators of offshore facilities.
Mr Palmer has been asked to provide a draft report by late 2011.
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