US Fluor selected by BHP Canada to develop stage 2 of Jansen potash project

HOUSTON (ICIS)–US Fluor Corporation announced that its Mining & Metals business has been selected by BHP Canada to develop stage 2 of its multibillion-dollar Jansen potash project in Saskatchewan, Canada.

When completed the Jansen site is anticipated to produce approximately 8.5m tonnes annually of potash making it one of the largest potash mines in the world.

Project execution is scheduled to begin later this month and will be managed through Fluor’s Calgary and Vancouver, Canada, offices.

Fluor said it expects to recognise its undisclosed reimbursable contract value in the fourth quarter.

“Fluor is excited to be selected to partner with BHP to deliver this sustainable program that is critical for food security,” said Tony Morgan, Fluor Mining & Metals business president.

“This award is a testament to our track record of successfully delivering complex mega-projects, coupled with our expertise in fertilizer production and execution capability in western Canada.”