- Mid West Ports awards MGN Civil Pty Ltd contract for construction of the Geraldton Port Surge Protection Breakwater
- Breakwater will improve port resilience and reduce operational downtime caused by surge conditions
- Infrastructure will support future trade growth, renewable energy opportunities and expanded port operations
A major milestone has been reached in the delivery of the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project (PMaxP), with Mid West Ports Authority awarding MGN Civil Pty Ltd the contract for construction of the surge protection breakwater.
The surge protection breakwater is a key component of the $350 million State Government funded PMaxP, which will optimise Geraldton Port to support future trade growth and emerging industries.
The new breakwater has been designed to address the perennial problem of surge wave activity which closes the port at least 30 operational days each year.
Once completed, the breakwater is expected to greatly reduce the frequency and severity of these events, lifting the overall capacity of the port for all port users and commodities.
This initiative will reduce the costs of shipping for all customers and insure against delays to the urgent grain export program that follows each year's harvest.
The breakwater is also designed to provide an improved sheltered mooring area for the harbour tugs.
It will also create the space needed for the future development of Berths 8 and 9 when these are needed for future trade growth, including support for emerging industry and the accelerating transition to renewable energy. Construction will commence later this year.
For more information on the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project, visit www.midwestports.com.au
As stated by Ports Minister Stephen Dawson:
"This contract award marks another significant step forward in delivering the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project and ensuring the Port of Geraldton remains a strong gateway for regional trade.
"The new surge protection breakwater will improve the reliability and resilience of port operations, helping reduce weather-related disruptions and lifting service levels for all port users.
"The Cook Labor Government is investing in strategic infrastructure that strengthens Western Australia's supply chains, supports local jobs and positions our regional ports for the future."
As stated by Sandra Carr MLC:
"The project is about creating long-term opportunities for the Mid West and supporting the industries and communities that rely on Geraldton Port every day.
"The breakwater will reduce the risks of interruption to the continuous timely export of the annual grain harvest, to secure the highest possible prices for the grain growers of the Mid West region.
"It's fantastic to see another major package of work progressing, creating local economic activity and supporting the continued prosperity of the Mid West region.
