The Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has awarded MGN Civil a contract to complete construction of the west seawall at the Lumsden Point project.
The Lumsden Point project is made up of a new multi-user facility and logistics hub being developed through a partnership between the PPA and the Western Australian Government. It is located in Port Hedland, WA.
The project has been backed by a $129.1 million WA Government commitment, including the construction of seawalls, a causeway to connect the wharf to the proposed logistics hub, dredging of the inner harbour and construction of the roads and intersections in support of the Pilbara Hydrogen Hub.
MGN Civil began construction of the first stage of the seawalls in January 2023, and will complete the first stage works next month.
It is expected that Pilbara based businesses will benefit from the west seawall contract award, with 100 per cent of materials, suppliers and sub-contractors to be sourced within the Pilbara region, and additional labour opportunities on offer.
“We know there are enormous opportunities in the Pilbara for job-creating new green industries, but we need the infrastructure in place to facilitate this growth,” WA Premier Roger Cook said.
“The Lumsden Point development will open up new opportunities in battery metals and renewable energy – ensuring the Pilbara remains the nation’s economic engine room long into the future.”
Ports Minister David Michael echoed similar sentiments.
“It’s also great to see Pilbara businesses benefiting from this major investment, as part of our commitment to local content in government contracts,” Michael said.
“The ultimate development of Lumsden Point is expected to boost Australia’s gross domestic product by $2.1 billion per annum. It is expected to save 3.6 million tonnes of emissions by 2055 by supporting direct shipping to the Pilbara and providing a pathway for renewable energy infrastructure.”
The Lumsden Point project’s progression arrives as the PPA hit a throughput record for the fourth consecutive year.
