Pilbara Ports Authority is governed under the Port Authorities Act 1999 and operates as a corporatised entity with a board of management that reports to the State Government of Western Australia’s Minister for Transport. It is mandated to oversee operations of the Port of Dampier, Port of Port Hedland, Port of Ashburton area and future ports of Anketell and Cape Preston East. Through necessary planning and provision of vital services, Pilbara Ports Authority provides for future development of trade and commerce for the economic benefit of the State.

Our role

Under the Port Authorities Act 1999, Pilbara Ports Authority is required to:

• Facilitate trade within and through the port
• Plan for future growth and development of the port
• Undertake or arrange for activities that will encourage and facilitate the development of trade and commerce generally for the economic benefit of the State through the use of the port and related facilities
• Control business and other activities in the port or in connection with operation of the port
• Be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the port
• Be responsible for maintaining port property
• Be responsible for port security
• Protect the environment of the port
• Minimise the impact of port operations on that environment.