The Lumsden Point development will increase capacity at the Port of Port Hedland, easing congestion on existing infrastructure and catering for forecast trade growth in the Pilbara.
Lumsden Point will deliver two additional multi-user wharves, known as PH5 and PH6. Two mobile harbour cranes will operate on these wharves to facilitate the export of battery metals and minerals as well as the import of wind turbines, solar panels and general cargo. The wharves will also be capable of handling bulk liquids and chemicals.
Dredging will create a deeper access channel, swing basin and berth pockets to ensure the safe and efficient berthing of vessels at the new facility.
Over 100 hectares of reclaimed land will be developed for logistics and operational use. This includes laydown areas, biosecurity infrastructure to support the growing demand for direct shipping to the Pilbara, and lease lots to allow customers to develop additional infrastructure on site.
Lumsden Point is strategically located to provide direct access between the port and the Great Northern Highway. Construction of a new interchange will include a roundabout, bridges and access ramps. This will improve road safety, accommodate increased traffic volumes, and allow over-size and over-mass cargo to be transported between port and road.
Pilbara Ports is committed to minimising dust generated during construction of Lumsden Point. We have controls in place to minimise dust including regular watering of unsealed roads and construction areas.
No. Trade through Lumsden Point has ceased to allow construction. Allowing trade would interrupt works and add significant delays to the development timeline.
The project is expected to generate an average of 3,600 full-time jobs per year over the life of the project.
The scale of project means both local and FIFO resources are required.
Pilbara Ports is committed to providing local business with opportunities to work on the Lumsden Point project. A local business register has been developed to help tenderers identify local sub-contractors. Details are provided via the project delivery and business opportunities page.
Pilbara Ports implements State Government procurement initiatives to ensure more jobs and business opportunities are given to Western Australians, including implementing the following government policies to its procurement processes:
Tenders for the major packages of work are advertised on the Tenders WA website.
Check the project delivery and business opportunities page for work package details.
Pilbara Ports engaged with the Kariyarra Traditional Owners as a part of the consultation process to obtain heritage approvals under section 18 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. Approval was granted in June 2016.
The Kariyarra Traditional Owners have also been engaged about the development of the general cargo wharf and for the naming of roads within the project’s boundaries.
Pilbara Ports will continue to provide updates to the Kariyarra Traditional Owners on the project and timings as works progress.
Yes, Pilbara Ports has received State approval under Part IV of the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
View further information via the statutory environmental approvals and permits page.
Pilbara Ports has developed a Construction and Dredge Management Plan which includes monitoring and management of mangrove health, benthic communities and habitats and water quality and will be implemented during construction to negate potential environmental impacts.
Management actions include routine mangrove health surveys and sedimentation, and water quality monitoring.