PILBARA Ports delivered a total monthly throughput of 71.2 million tonnes for October 2025, a 14% increase compared with the same period last year.
Port Hedland achieved a monthly throughput of 50.4Mt, of which 49.5t was iron ore exports. This was a 9% increase to total throughput compared with October 2024.
Imports at Port Hedland totalled 198,000 tonnes, an increase of 9% compared with October 2024.
Works are progressing on the Lumsden Point development, which is said to be enhancing the port’s export and import capabilities.
More than 280 steel piles will be installed in the coming months forming the base of the two new multi-user wharfs.
Lumsden Point is to facilitate the export of battery metals and minerals and the import of renewable energy infrastructure.
The landside civils and services contract has been awarded to Ertech.
Ertech is to deliver earthworks, internal roads, sealing of the causeway and underground services across the development, including power, water and communications.
Imports through Lumsden Point are expected to begin in mid-2026.
The federal government is investing $565 million in common user port upgrades in the Pilbara, with $450 million supporting Lumsden Point in partnership with the West Australian government, which is contributing $96.6 million to the project.
Federal infrastructure and transport minister Catherine King said Lumsden Point would deliver lasting benefits for local communities.
“The development will benefit businesses and communities and will transform Port Hedland into a more efficient, sustainable and diversified port,” Ms King said.
“Our support is unlocking significant economic opportunities in the region and driving the growth of renewable energy.”
West Australian ports minister Stephen Dawson said the state was prepared for the future.
“Western Australia is ready to meet the global demand for critical minerals and renewable energy infrastructure,” Mr Dawson said.
Local state MP Kevin Michel said the project would support the growth of regional trade.
“The start of piling and award of this major contract show real progress on the ground,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Port of Dampier delivered a total throughput of 16.9Mt, a 17% increase from October 2024.
Imports through Dampier totalled 139,000 tonnes, an increase of 70% from October 2024.
Several factors influenced the fluctuation of throughput, including changes in market conditions, port maintenance operations and proponent needs.