Ann: Australian Energy and Utility Summit Present, page-8

re: Ann: Australian Energy and Utility Summit... Getrealone, why goes Len use the Term KINGAROY PILOT PLANT?

Are you fishing for his secrets - without revealing too much he had this to say when happened:

All process wells were installed with multiple casing to handle deep swelling clays in the geological profile. After the successful initial gas production phase, restrictions to air and product gas flows were observed, and the gasification process was temporarily discontinued to allow for well inspection. This revealed blockage to the inner casing of both P1 and P4 caused by thermal expansion, and work is now under way to assess their potential for recovery and future use. This experience has resulted in a modification to the casing design and installation process for future wells. The installation of two new process wells, which were scheduled for later this year, will now be brought forward so that the gas production program for the next 12 months can be continued. Production and testing of gas (and subsequent ramp up) in accordance with this program is expected to re-commence in 4-6 weeks.
Dr Len Walker, Cougar Energys Managing Director commented: Although this is a very short set back in our timing at Kingaroy, it is an opportunity to implement well design changes that will enhance and accelerate our future production capability. We anticipate that the new well design will reduce installation time and cost, significant elements in planning longer-term operations.