Mark Beyer

Drilling services company Boart Longyear has released its third earnings downgrade in nine months, saying demand for its services has continued to weaken because mining companies are scaling back o

Almost $141 million has been wiped from the value of diversified contractor Transfield Services as cost cutting in the mining sector hit its earnings outlook.

An independent review of Australia's franchise sector has recommended substantial reforms, including strengthening the obligations of parties to act in good faith and a stronger enforcement regime.

Transport Minister Troy Buswell has laid out a welcome mat for private investment in the state’s ports, but has warned the government will not subsidise projects like the proposed iron ore facility

HOW does the managing director of an aspiring nickel miner remain positive amid weakening commodities prices and an equities market in decline?

It’s an old adage that some of the biggest fortunes have been made when business conditions are at their toughest.

The proposed Anketell Point port project in the Pilbara, which is unlikely to proceed for the foreseeable future, has been approved by federal Environment Minister Tony Burke, subject to 45 strict

WOODSIDE managing director Peter Coleman has called for a major rethink of the way engineering contractors and resources companies approach the development of new projects.

The big moves in currency markets over the past week have only a little to do with developments in Australia and a lot to do with the US.

The shale gas industry doesn’t stack up commercially and companies that have invested in the sector are following a herd mentality, Woodside managing director Peter Coleman said today.

Perth-based mining contractor Barminco has refinanced its existing debts through an issue of high-yield notes in the United States.

Building companies Pindan Constructions and Esslemont Cockram Construction have won new contracts with the state government worth a combined $30 million.

Redbank Copper shares had a lukewarm return to trading today, closing at 0.4 cents after a major restructuring and recapitalisation led by investor Michael Fotios.

Business groups have welcomed the industrial relations policy package announced this week by federal opposition leader Tony Abbott but most have lobbied for the coalition to go much further.

The number of dwellings expected to be built in Perth this year has increased to 22,500, and is forecast to stay around that level for the next three years.

Privately owned Bethesda Hospital is starting to plan for its next expansion, after regaining outright ownership of its Claremont property and overcoming a period of financial challenges.

Sandalford Wines has vowed to continue its concert partnership with high-profile promoter Paul Dainty, despite the winery going from being one of the busiest concert hosts in the state to having ju

The Gillard government’s inflammatory rhetoric on skilled migration and supposed widespread abuses of the 457 visa scheme still rankle.

Perth law firm Talbot Olivier will commence trading under a new name today after finalising a link-up with two other firms in Sydney and Melbourne.

Energy company ERM Power has disclosed the mounting cost of its dispute over the construction of the Neerabup power station, with arbitration expenses alone hitting $4.5 million.

Recently-established consulting group Avior Consulting has brokered the sale of Perth-based insurance business Australian Network Adjusters.

In the second of this year’s quarterly series on executive remuneration, we find one conspicuous exception to the tighter salary packages on offer.

The Perth legal market is evolving with new alliances and brands but the pace of change has slowed from the breakneck speed of recent years.

Wesfarmers expects to free up $400 million of capital after establishing a joint venture with unlisted property fund manager ISPT.

The prime minister’s warning about a tough budget outlook have wide implications; they apply to state and federal governments, now and into the future.

The share price of minerals explorer Aquila Resources took a hit after its Japanese joint venture partner pulled out of some of its Queensland coal exploration permits.

The private sector is playing an increasing role in port development across Western Australia, as rising demand outstrips the government’s capacity to deliver.

After 12 years of regulatory and legal battles, building magnate Len Buckeridge is getting ready to proceed with a private port at Cockburn Sound, with potential benefits for many industries.

The budget pressure facing the state government has added to the case for more private sector involvement in the delivery of traditional public infrastructure in Western Australia.

A giant new industrial estate near Kwinana has become a major focus for the state government’s land development agency.

While most contractors are bracing for a slowdown in WA project work, some international groups like Laing O’Rourke are bolstering their local operation.

Woodside Petroleum has posted a sharp jump in quarterly production and sales revenue, driven by its new Pluto project, but has raised doubts about the proposed expansion of the flagship liquefied n