Pilbara Ports has begun the final construction stage of the Eastern Harbour Revetment Upgrade, a project designed to protect the Port of Port Hedland’s inner harbour assets and improve resilience against extreme weather.
The work will renew degraded sections of the harbour’s revetment wall by installing new rock armour.
The reinforced structure will help safeguard berths and waterfront facilities from coastal erosion and cyclone impacts.
Upgrades span key freight berths in the inner harbour
This final stage covers sections from Berth 1 to Berth 3, and between Berth 3 and BHP’s Nelson Point Berth A.
It builds on earlier works completed at Berth 3 and the Nelson Point Tug Haven, strengthening the stretch of infrastructure serving some of the port’s highest-throughput areas.
An $8.6 million contract has been awarded to MGN Civil, chosen for its experience delivering large-scale marine and rock armour projects.
Construction is expected to be completed within the next 12 months.
Cyclone resilience is central to the upgrade
Ports and Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson says the upgrade supports the safe and reliable operation of one of Australia’s most important export gateways.
“Upgrading critical infrastructure like the Eastern Harbour Revetment ensures the Port of Port Hedland remains safe and resilient to extreme weather events,” Dawson says.
He says the project reflects the Cook Government’s commitment to world-class port infrastructure that supports trade growth and regional development.
Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel says the use of durable materials will provide long-term protection for the coastline and local jobs throughout construction.
He says the project demonstrates how government-industry partnerships can strengthen regional economies.
Supporting the freight chain in a high-exposure region
Port Hedland handles some of the world’s highest bulk export volumes, operating in a region exposed to severe cyclones and tidal conditions.
Revetment upgrades help protect berths, service corridors and landside equipment that underpin continuous freight operations.
The project forms part of Pilbara Ports’ ongoing investment to maintain port reliability as trade volumes grow and weather events become more frequent.