The Pilbara region has marked a record achievement, recording 758.3 million tonnes of export passing through its ports in the 2023-24 financial year (FY24).
The Port of Port Hedland emerged as the overall winner, with a throughput of 573.6 million tonnes.
Commodity values were at an estimate of $173.2 billion, with further investment in Port Hedland and Dampier ports set to increase this number in the future.
“The Pilbara is the economic powerhouse of the nation, and these impressive results are a clear example of that,” WA Ports Minister David Michael said.
“The WA Government continues to invest in infrastructure projects that fuel future prosperity and support regional jobs growth.
“It’s fantastic to see Pilbara Ports continuing to meet industry’s growing export needs, as strong economic conditions across the Pilbara increase demand for port services.”
Salt exports through the ports of Port Hedland and Dampier totalled 7.1 million tonnes in FY24, accounting for about 51 per cent of Australian salt production.
Pilbara Ports also play an important role in the iron ore trade, handling 80 per cent of the national trade and 43 per cent of the global trade.
“Communities in the Pilbara continue to benefit from the success of our ports, with many local businesses being involved in achieving this strong result,” Pilbara Member of the Legislative Assembly Kevin Michel said.
“Our ports are gateways connecting the Pilbara to the global market, and I am proud of the significant impact we make on the world stage.”
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