Project Eider Rock

Irving Oil's proposed Project Eider Rock would see development of a new petroleum refinery in Saint John, New Brunswick that could process up to 300,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

This is a significant oppor-
tunity to create long-term economic benefits for the region and, specifically for the province of New Brunswick.

It would capitalize on North America's need for clean fuels and build on Irving Oil's history of serving customers in Atlantic Canada and the northeastern United States.

Why New Brunswick?

New Brunswick is well positioned to meet the growing market demand for clean fuels. Saint John, N.B. has the opportunity to further its development as a prosperous and sustainable centre for energy-related activities, the "energy hub" for northeastern North America.

Why now?

North America has a shortage of refining capacity, especially for the clean fuels demanded by environmentally aware consumers.

The last new refinery was built in North America in 1984, and although expansion programs have increased the capacity of existing refineries, the added supply has not kept up with the increased demand.

We believe there is already demand for an additional 150,000 to 300,000 barrels per day in the eastern Canadian and the northeastern U.S. markets.

Why Irving?

We're close to the market, have a safe and secure location, and are already established as a reliable and consistent supplier of clean fuels.

What's in a name?

The proposed second refinery project has been named "Project Eider Rock," after a hardy marine duck native to the northeastern region of North America. Unlike most ducks, the Eider does not migrate each season. Eiders remain at home, near the sea, living together in close-knit communities. The Rock represents our community's strength, permanence, and a solid foundation on which to grow together.

BP Joins Irving Oil in Proposed Eider Rock Refinery Project

Public Consultation

Public input and participation are key components of Project Eider Rock. Over the past two years we've held several public consultation sessions, including open houses and workshops. We will continue to offer additional opportunities throughout all stages of the project. Stay tuned for details on upcoming sessions.

Provincial Environmental Impact Assessment Final Guidelines

On June 4, 2007 the New Brunswick Department of Environment released the final guidelines for its Environmental Impact Assessment process. To view these final guidelines, please follow this link.

Federal Environmental Assessment Track Report

The federal government, including Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Environment Canada and Transport Canada, released its Environmental Assessment Track Report on November 21, 2007. The Report outlines the final federal scope for the Project: the factors and the scope of the factors that will be considered in the environmental assessment and opportunities for public participation.

For more information

Please contact Irving Oil with any comments or questions, or to be placed in our contact database for updates and notification of public open houses.