Published: Tuesday, 19 May 2026 at 3:38:34 PM
- Construction has commenced on the Geraldton Port Road Access Upgrades
- The upgrades will improve safety, freight efficiency and future capacity of the port road network.
- Once complete, the critical infrastructure will support oversized freight, including wind turbine components
Construction has commenced on the Geraldton Port Road Access Upgrades, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project (PMaxP).
Mid West Ports has awarded the contract to Civcon Civil and Project Management, with works now progressing on site.
Mid West Ports Chief Executive Officer Damian Tully said the commencement of these key road infrastructure works marked an important step forward for the Project.
"This is a major milestone in the delivery of the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project; these upgrades will improve safety and efficiency across the port precinct while ensuring we can meet growing demand from export industries.”
A key feature of the upgrades is the ability to transport oversized freight, including wind turbine components up to 95 metres, (105 metres total length including the transport vehicle). This will support emerging renewable energy industries, regional economic diversification and the State’s decarbonisation objectives.
Mr Tully said the project is about supporting the continued growth of the Mid West.
“The upgraded port road infrastructure will strengthen supply chains, while opening the door to new industries and export facilities,” he said.
The Project will be delivered in carefully planned stages to maintain safe two-way traffic and minimise disruption to port users.
The PMaxP is funded by a $350 million contribution from the State Government and is focused on upgrading existing infrastructure to improve efficiency and capability at the Port of Geraldton, ensuring it can continue to support growing trade volumes across key commodities including grain, iron ore and minerals.
Work on the Geraldton Port Road Access Upgrades commenced this month, with completion expected by June 2027.
For more information on the PMaxP, visit www.midwestports.com.au.
About Mid West Ports
Mid West Ports is a proudly Western Australian Government-owned Port Authority. Servicing WA’s Mid West region, it plays a pivotal role in facilitating more than 19 million tonnes of global trade each year, supporting the growth of our region and connecting the Mid West to the world.
While it predominantly operates bulk exports in iron ore, grain and mineral sands, its role in trade and tourism continues to thrive.
Proudly connected to Southern Yamatji country, its workforce of nearly 190 are largely based in regional WA.
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