Ampol has proudly owned and operated in the Kurnell community for around 70 years, as an oil refinery from 1956-2014 and now a fuel import terminal.
We are actively engaged with the local community by supporting local groups and organisations and providing a space for recreational club facilities to foster connections.
Local Operations
Ampol’s Kurnell fuel terminal supplies fuel primarily to the New South Wales region. It is Australia’s largest liquid fuel import terminal, employing approximately 100 staff and contractors.
Following the refinery’s decommissioning in 2014, Ampol is reviewing options for the excess land at the site. Ampol is committed to continuing its support of the Kurnell community, while repurposing surplus land in a way that delivers us long-term value.
One option Ampol is exploring is the potential establishment of a Kurnell Energy & Industry Hub.
Community updates and key dates
Upcoming Community Information Sessions
Ampol plans to host further community information sessions in early 2026. These sessions are an opportunity to learn more about Ampol’s development applications in Kurnell and offer a chance to ask questions or share your feedback. Please stay tuned for updates in the community newsletters or check back here soon for details on the next event.
Community Feedback
Ampol is committed to ongoing consultation with the community on its development applications.
The community is encouraged to share feedback and ask questions via Ampol’s community contact lines: 1800 719 669 | community@ampol.com.au
Community Newsletters
Kurnell Energy & Industry Hub
As part of a review of the Ampol-owned land in Kurnell, Ampol is currently progressing a planning application as we look at possibly establishing the Kurnell Energy & Industry Hub.
The potential Ampol Kurnell Energy & Industry Hub being explored, in addition to the existing fuel import terminal, may include:
- Industry Precinct to support future logistics and manufacturing activity
- Energy Precinct including a possible Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Protected Ecological Area to preserve habitats for endangered species
It is important to note no final decisions have been made. Any decision by Ampol will be made after extensive internal review and Board approval, site assessments, development consent, and stakeholder engagement.
The Kurnell Refinery Conversion Project: Mod-7
In 2014, Ampol received planning approval to convert the Kurnell refinery into a fuel import terminal.
The Kurnell Refinery Conversion Project remains ongoing and Ampol has lodged a seventh modification to this project (Mod-7).
Mod-7 Application Overview
Ampol is seeking approval to consolidate operational infrastructure, remove redundant assets, and undertake remediation across parts of the Kurnell site.
This work is consistent with the ongoing Kurnell Refinery Conversion Project and will help maintain safe and reliable terminal operations.
Planning and approvals
The Kurnell Energy & Industry Hub and Mod-7 will undergo State Approvals pathways under the guidance of the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI). This process will involve engagement with the Sutherland Shire Council and key NSW agencies, with active consultation from the community.
The Mod-7 SSD application is seeking approval to:
Maintain the safe and reliable operation of the terminal and balance land.
The Kurnell Energy and Industry Precinct SSD application is seeking approval to:
Subdivide surplus land from Ampol’s terminal site, and
Construct Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) up to 100 MW to primarily support the energy needs of future users within the Kurnell Energy and Industry Hub.
Project Quick Links
Contact
If you have any questions about Ampol’s operations in Kurnell
Phone: 1800 719 669
Email: community@ampol.com.au