THE WESTERN Australian State Government has allocated $20 million to expand the Kwinana Bulk Jetty as part of a new strategy to futureproof the Kwinana industrial area.
The Western Trade Coast Infrastructure Strategy aims to transform the precinct into a global advanced industries hub focusing on defence and clean energy industries that will create jobs and help diversify the State’s economy.
A media release announcing the strategy said the bulk jetty expansion is the first step in the strategy with funding supporting the acquisition of 4.9 hectares of vacant land near Kwinana Bulk Jetty, to develop new storage spaces and logistics infrastructure for the growth of current trades, as well as the import and export capacity for new products.
Berths at Kwinana provide essential services to major Kwinana processors, manufacturers and logistics providers, importing much of WA’s fuel, fertilisers, bitumen and chemicals as well as handling some dry bulk exports.
A further $2 million has been allocated by the Government to enable Fremantle Ports Authority to plan for a redesign of landside logistics assets and connections, including new sheds, road connections and improved rail sidings.
Ports Minister David Michael said the jetties and berths at Kwinana Bulk Terminal and Kwinana Bulk Jetty have served the State well for more than 60 years, and now the Government is looking to the future.
“The $20 million investment in valuable land near Kwinana Bulk Jetty will pave the way for redevelopment of the landside infrastructure and the new industries that will depend on it,” Minister Michael said.
“With Westport on the way, the maritime infrastructure serving the entire Kwinana Industrial precinct is set for redevelopment – an important step towards realising the full economic potential of this unique industrial zone.”
The strategy – which was developed by the State Government in partnership with industry, local governments, unions and Traditional Owners – identifies investment opportunities to unlock growth in the area.
This includes congestion at key intersections due to increased transport demands of future industrial development in the Western Trade Coast, the availability of industrial land, ageing infrastructure and constraints to supply chain connectivity and continuity.
It builds on the $500 million Strategic Industries Fund announced by the Government in the 2024-25 State Budget, which included a $125 million allocation to open up new industrial land at Latitude 32 in the Western Trade Coast.
