The massive Lumsden Point port project in the Pilbara is moving closer to completion with the contract for Landside Civils and Services having been awarded to Ertech Pty Ltd.
The Lumsden Point project has attracted $450 million in funding from the Federal Government and $96.6 million from the Western Australian government and is expected to start taking imports from mid-2026.
The new infrastructure is expected to be used for the export of battery metals and minerals and the import of renewable energy infrastructure.
More than 280 steel piles will be installed in the coming months forming the base of the two new multi-use wharfs and Ertech is delivering earthworks, internal roads, sealing of the causeway and underground services across the development, including power, water and communications.
The project page says Lumsden Point works also include dredging of channel access and turning basins and construction of a central access road and service corridor connecting to Great Northern Highway, enabling private sector investment in a landside logistics hub.
Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Catherine King says the project will bolster Port Hedland’s offerings as a versatile port.
“Lumsden Point is now closer than ever to strengthening regional supply chains, boosting export capacity and delivering lasting benefits for local communities in the Pilbara,” King says.
“The development will benefit businesses and communities and will transform Port Hedland into a more efficient, sustainable and diversified port.”
WA Ports Minister Stephen Dawson says its good news for both the Port and the local area.
“Lumsden Point will create hundreds of jobs, diversify our exports and ensure Western Australia is ready to meet the global demand for critical minerals and renewable energy infrastructure,” Dawson says.
For an aerial overview of the site, as of September, go to the Pilbara Ports page here.