In addition to their Australian interests, Westside Corporation entered into the New Zealand market in 2016, on acquiring the Rimu Production Station, Kauri and Manutahi assets south of Hawera in Taranaki, from Origin Energy Resources NZ.
The fields comprise of wells producing light oil, gas/condensate from Rimu and Kauri and heavy oil from the Manutahi field, in addition to oil and gas producing facilities and power generation.
Westside commenced operation of the asset under a safety case operating regime, endorsed by the New Zealand Government, utilising a blend of Horizon personnel including Mechanical technicians, instrumentation and electrical technicians, production operators and management personnel to support the retained Origin staff for a smooth the transition.