Introduction

Collaborative Innovation: Floating Pontoon Solutions for Complex Mining Challenges

Through a strong partnership with Aqua Energy Group, Coerco has helped deliver tailored pontoon and pump system solutions to some of the most challenging liquid management projects in Australian mining. Their combined expertise continues to drive innovation in liquid containment, flotation, and movement.

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The Challenge

Solving Complex Liquid Management in Harsh Mining Environments

Mining operations face complex challenges in managing water, slurry, and effluent across ever-changing site conditions. Customised pump and pontoon systems are critical to avoid environmental risks, flooding, and costly downtime—yet few suppliers can meet the demands with speed, scale, and precision.
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Integration of Pump Systems and Pontoon Design

Designing platforms that seamlessly integrate pump systems into various site conditions requires exact engineering alignment and understanding of liquid behaviour across different mining environments.

Harsh Operating Conditions and Heavy Loads

Systems must perform under extreme conditions—managing toxic substances, heavy rainfall, shifting landscapes, and supporting equipment weighing up to 25 tonnes.

Tailings Management and Flood Mitigation

Tailings storage and dewatering are critical to mine safety and operational continuity, requiring floating infrastructure that’s both durable and adaptable to changing project needs.

The Solution

Engineered Floating Infrastructure Backed by Cross-Industry Expertise

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Fit-for-Purpose Pontoon Designs

Coerco supplied a range of pontoon types—including heavy-duty, lightweight poly, and modular systems engineered to meet specific load, site, and liquid-handling requirements.

Seamless Collaboration and Integration

By aligning pontoon configuration with Aqua Energy’s pump systems, the teams delivered fully integrated, design-validated solutions, ensuring optimal performance and installation.

Turnkey Delivery for Tailings Infrastructure

Two recent projects in Moranbah saw Coerco and Aqua Energy deliver dual electric pontoons, control panels, substations, and custom walkways—providing end-to-end tailings management solutions for major mining clients.

WHY CHOOSE US

Whatever it Takes - What Sets Coerco Apart

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We provide exceptional customer care with prompt, efficient, tailored solutions, actively listening to your feedback and offering genuine support from first contact through post-delivery.

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Our 30+ years of in-house engineering expertise and 150+ skilled team deliver innovative solutions using the widest product range and strategic industry partnerships.

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