The Port of Varanus Island is used as a central gathering and processing hub for oil, gas and condensate supplied by nearby fields.
Pilot ladders shall comply with SOLAS Chapter V Reg. 23 or ISO 799-1:2019, including construction, materials, inspection and certification requirements; be certified by the manufacturer and have a permanently affixed identification plate indicating the date of manufacture. Original certification for pilot ladders, manropes and associated equipment shall be retained onboard and made available for inspection upon request by Pilbara Ports.
Whales and other marine fauna susceptible to vessel collisions are protected under both Commonwealth and State legislation.
This Marine Notice provides updated requirements for vessel biofouling management and associated risk assessment processes within the Port of Varanus Island.
Pilbara Ports is progressing key infrastructure upgrades at the Port of Ashburton to strengthen operational resilience and maintain safe, sustainable port operations.
Pilbara Ports delivered a total monthly throughput of 65.9 million tonnes (Mt) during August 2026.
Pilbara Ports delivered a total monthly throughput of 63.8 million tonnes (Mt) during July 2026.
Pilbara Ports has delivered another record-breaking year of trade, reinforcing its position as the world’s largest bulk export port and its critical role in connecting the Pilbara to global markets.
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