Mid West Ports Authority Market Research Report
Company Overview
Name
Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA)
Mission
Vision: To be bold supply chain enablers for the sustainable future of regional Western Australia.
Purpose: To provide sustainable gateways for trade and tourism.
Values: Accountability, caring, courage, collaboration, and integrity.
Founded
No information is available regarding the exact year of establishment and founder.
Key People
- CEO: Damian Tully
- Chair of Mid West Ports Authority: Noel Hart
- Community Chair of Community Consultation Committee: Ron Hayward
Headquarters
Geraldton, Western Australia
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue
No information is available.
Recognized For
Mid West Ports Authority is known for operating a deepwater commercial port, supporting a wide range of maritime services, including:
- Export of grains, minerals, livestock
- Import of fertiliser, mineral sands, project/general cargo, and fuel
- Receiving cruise ships, oil rig tenders, and expedition crafts
- Supporting Geraldton’s fishing industry
Products and Services
Key Operations
Mid West Ports Authority operates seven commercial berths along with the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH):
Products/Services
1. Berth 3
- Usage: Dedicated agri-bulk facility
- Key Features: Used primarily by CBH for grain export; occasionally hosts cruise ships
2. Berth 4
- Usage: Export of mineral and non-mineral sands
3. Berth 5
- Usage: Export of iron ore
4. Berth 6
- Usage: Imports break bulk, fuel, and fertiliser
5. Berth 7
- Usage: Dedicated iron ore berth operated by Karara Mining
6. Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH)
- Key Features: Supports the region’s largest fishing industry, Western Rock Lobster; comprises boat pens leased to businesses supporting local fishing and mining industry; also supports tourist operations.
Notable Infrastructure
- Port Master Plan: Endorsed on 16 July 2020
- Berths 1 & 2: Currently non-operational due to age and condition
Recent Developments
New Products and Services
1. Community Led Consultation at the Port
- Ron Hayward has been appointed as the inaugural community chair of the Community Consultation Committee, facilitating dialogue between MWPA and the local community.
2. Air Quality Project
- Implementation of DustTamer Wind Fence as an air quality improvement initiative.
Partnerships and Collaborations
1. NFP Partnership Program
- Theatre 8 announced as the 2024 NFP (Not-for-Profit) Partner.
2. Community Grants
- Announcement of over $115,000 of grants for the local community for the year 2024/25.
Industry Developments
1. Port Maximisation Project
- No specific details provided, but emphasis on maximizing port operations.
2. READY! Expo
- Launched the inaugural expo aimed at enhancing community preparedness through engaging educational experiences.
Growth and Expansions
1. Port Records Growth
- Throughput increased by one million tonnes (MT) from 16.4MT in 2021/22 to 17.4MT in 2022/23, marking the third consecutive year of growth.
Operational Changes and Enhancements
1. Reconciliation Action Plan
- Launched the inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), strengthening relationships with First Nations people and driving meaningful reconciliation action across MWPA.
2. Eastern Breakwater Jetty
- Commencement of construction on the Eastern Breakwater Jetty to enhance port infrastructure.
Project Announcements
1. Geraldton History Video
- Released an 8-minute video illustrating Geraldton Port’s rich history dating back to 1840.
Contact Information
- Phone: (08) 9964 0520 / (08) 6102 9166
- Email: mail@midwestports.com.au
- 24 Hour Emergency Contact: 0437 413 734
