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  - Employment Opportunities
    
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  - Sponsorship
    
    Southern Ports' Community Sponsorship Program supports over 100 community groups and events distributing over $250, 000 annually. Click here to find out more.
  - Port Community Consultation Committees
    
    Learn how Southern Ports engages with the local community through our Port Community Consultation Committees and how you can get involved.
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    Contact our main reception on +61 8 9235 8000 during office hours and one of our friendly team will direct your call.
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  - Port Access
    
    Find out what's required to gain access to one of our ports
    
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    HSES Induction
- Governance
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    View and download current and historical annual reports for Southern Ports.
  - Policies & Procedures
    
    View our key corporate policies and procedures.
  - Freedom of Information
    
    Your rights to access information under the Freedom of Information Act, and the method do to so can be found here.
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Albany
- About the Port of Albany
  - Trade Data
    
    Details about the key import and export trades from the Port of Albany can be found here.
  - Port History
    
    Read all about the Port of Albany's fascinating history as the oldest colonial settlement in Western Australia, and the state's first deep water port.
    
    Historical Timeline
  - Port Maps and Charts
    
    Detailed maps and charts of the Port of Albany are available here.
  - Port and Community News
    
    We publish all the latest news and information about the Port of Albany in our quarterly Port Talk publication. The latest edition can be found here.
  - Port Contacts
    
    Contact our main reception on 08 9892 9000 during office hours and one of our friendly team will direct your call.
  - Gallery
    
    A selection of images of The Port of Albany
- Port Operations
  - Port Services and Facilities
    
    Learn about the key services and facilities offered at the Port of Albany.
  - Navigation and Pilotage
    
    Important information for Vessels entering the Port of Albany.
    
    Marine Information
  - Fees and Charges
    
    A listing of our current port charges.
  - Berth Applications
    
    Vessels seeking access to a berth at the Port of Albany must complete and submit an application.
  - Shipping Movements
    
    Keep up to date with all planned vessel movements into and out of the Port of Albany.
    
    Current Shipping
    
    Recent Departures
    
    Cruise Ships
    
    Full shipping list
    
    AIS Ship Tracking
  - Weather, Waves, Currents and Tides
    
    Access live weather data at the Port of Albany including weather, wave, currents and tides.
  - Guidelines, Plans, Policies and Procedures
    
    Learn about the range of guidelines, plans and procedures that apply to the Port of Albany.
  - Forms
    
    Forms for the Port of Albany are available for download.
- Safety & Security
  - Visit the Port of Albany
    
    We welcome visitors to the Port of Albany and ask you to familiarise yourself with our safety protocols to ensure a smooth visit.
    
    Port Security Areas
    
    MSIC
    
    Letter of Operational Need
    
    HSES Induction
- Environment
  - Environmental FAQ's
    
    A collection of interesting facts and figures relating to the unique environment at the Port of Albany.
- Community
  - Sponsorship
    
    Learn about Southern Ports' Community Sponsorship Program and how it could benefit your community group or event.
  - Port Community Consultation Committee
    
    Southern Ports operates a Port Community Consultation Committee at the Port of Albany as part of our commitment to engaging local communities. Find out how you can get involved.
    
    Meeting Minutes
  - Cruise Ship FAQ's
    
    Cruise ships are an important part of the shipping activity at the Port of Albany. A series of frequently asked questions about cruise ships can be found here.
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Bunbury
- About the Port of Bunbury
  - Trade Data
    
    Details about the key import and export trades from the Port of Bunbury can be found here.
  - Port History
    
    Learn about the key role that the Port of Bunbury has played since the mid 1800s, in driving the local economy.
    
    Historical Timeline
  - Port Maps and Charts
    
    Detailed maps and charts of the Port of Bunbury are available here.
  - Port and Community News
    
    We publish all the latest news and information about the Port of Bunbury in our quarterly Port Talk publication. The latest edition can be found here.
  - Port Contacts
    
    Contact our main reception on (08) 9729 6500 during office hours and one of our friendly team will direct your call.
  - Gallery
    
    A selection of images of The Port of Bunbury
- Port Operations
  - Port Services and Facilities
    
    Learn about the key services and facilities offered at the Port of Bunbury.
  - Navigation and Pilotage
    
    Important information for Vessels entering the Port of Bunbury.
    
    Marine Information
  - Fees and Charges
    
    A listing of our current port charges.
  - Berth Applications
    
    Vessels seeking access to a berth at the Port of Bunbury must complete and submit an application.
  - Shipping Movements
    
    Keep up to date with all planned vessel movements into and out of the Port of Bunbury.
    
    Current Shipping
    
    Recent Departures
    
    Cruise Ships
    
    Full shipping list
    
    AIS Ship Tracking
  - Weather, Waves, Currents and Tides
    
    Access live weather data at the Port of Bunbury including weather, wave, currents and tides.
  - Guidelines, Plans and Procedures
    
    Learn about the range of guidelines, plans and procedures that apply to the Port of Bunbury.
  - Forms
    
    Forms for the Port of Bunbury are available for download.
- Safety & Security
  - Visit the Port of Bunbury
    
    We welcome visitors to the Port of Bunbury and ask you to familiarise yourself with our safety protocols to ensure a smooth visit.
    
    Port Security Areas
    
    MSIC
    
    Letter of Operational Need
    
    HSES Induction
- Environment
- Community
  - Sponsorship
    
    Learn about Southern Ports' Community Sponsorship Program and how it could benefit your community group or event.
  - Port Community Consultation Committee
    
    Southern Ports operates a Port Community Consultation Committee at the Port of Bunbury as part of our commitment to engaging local communities. Find out how you can get involved.
    
    Meeting Minutes
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Esperance
- About the Port of Esperance
  - Trade Data
    
    Key statistics about the Port of Esperance including tonnage, trade and berth information is available.
  - Port History
    
    Read about how the Port of Esperance has played a key role in supporting trade in the region since the late 1800s.
    
    Historical Timeline
  - Port Maps and Charts
    
    Detailed maps and charts of the Port of Esperance are available here.
  - Port and Community News
    
    We publish all the latest news and information about the Port of Esperance in our quarterly Port Talk publication. The latest edition can be found here.
  - Port Contacts
    
    Contact our main reception on (08) 9072 3333 during office hours and one of our friendly team will direct your call.
  - Gallery
    
    A selection of images of The Port of Esperance
- Port Operations
  - Port Services and Facilities
    
    Learn about the key services and facilities offered at the Port of Esperance.
  - Navigation and Pilotage
    
    Important information for Vessels entering the Port of Esperance.
    
    Marine Information
    
    Pilot Weekly Shiplist
    
    Shipping Forecast
  - Fees and Charges
    
    A listing of our current port charges.
  - Berth Applications
    
    Vessels seeking access to a berth at the Port of Esperance must complete and submit an application.
  - Shipping Movements
    
    Keep up to date with all planned vessel movements into and out of the Port of Esperance.
    
    Current Shipping
    
    Recent Departures
    
    Cruise Ships
    
    Full shipping list
    
    AIS Ship Tracking
  - Weather, Waves, Currents and Tides
    
    Access live weather data at the Port of Esperance including weather, wave, currents and tides.
    
    MetOcean Forecasts
  - Guidelines, Plans and Procedures
    
    Learn about the range of guidelines, plans and procedures that apply to the Port of Esperance.
  - Forms
    
    Forms for the Port of Esperance are available for download.
- Safety & Security
  - Visit the Port of Esperance
    
    We welcome visitors to the Port of Esperance and ask you to familiarise yourself with our safety protocols to ensure a smooth visit.
    
    Port Security Areas
    
    MSIC
    
    Letter of Operational Need
    
    HSES Induction
- Environment
  - Environmental Monitoring
    
    The Port of Esperance undertakes extensive and ongoing environmental monitoring relating to air quality, noise, sediment and weather.
- Community
  - Port tours
    
    You are welcome to visit the Port of Esperance throughout the year. Find out how you can join an organised tour.
  - Sponsorship
    
    Learn about Southern Ports' Community Sponsorship Program and how it could benefit your community group or event.
  - Port Community Consultation Committee
    
    Southern Ports operates a Port Community Consultation Committee at the Port of Esperance as part of our commitment to engaging local communities. Find out how you can get involved.
    
    Meeting Minutes
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Port of Albany

Port Operations
Safety & Security
Weather and Tides
Shipping Movements

Port of Bunbury

Port Operations
Safety & Security
Weather and Tides
Shipping Movements

Port of Esperance

Port Operations
Safety & Security
Weather and Tides
Shipping Movements

Welcome to Southern Ports

Southern Ports is the custodian of the three ‘gateway’ ports of Albany, Bunbury and Esperance, connecting Western Australia to the world.

We are a Government Trading Enterprise and are responsible for the efficient and effective management of the state ports we operate.

We exist to create value for the communities in which we operate and the customers who make use of our facilities.

We do this by ensuring current and future trades have optimum access to our infrastructure and we play an important role connecting Government, community and industry stakeholders.More

Shipping Statistics

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[{"y":502559,"label":"Minerals","color":"#3a5262"},{"y":0,"label":"Grains","color":"#24a9e1"},{"y":6106,"label":"Wood Products","color":"#229c9c"},{"y":1764698,"label":"Other","color":"#6eacdd"},{"y":0,"label":"Non Cargo","color":"#bfc0c7"}]

[{"y":17433908,"label":"Minerals","color":"#3a5262"},{"y":3528183,"label":"Grains","color":"#24a9e1"},{"y":1828301,"label":"Wood Products","color":"#229c9c"},{"y":43541,"label":"Other","color":"#6eacdd"},{"y":0,"label":"Non Cargo","color":"#bfc0c7"}]

TRADE (mT)

TRADE (%)

IMPORT (%)

EXPORT (%)

Total Tonnage Through Port

25,107,299

Ship visits

627

Minerals
Grains
Wood Products
Other
Non Cargo

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_{Note: Statistics presented here represent a 12 month rolling summary of trade statistics for all ports. Data may not be current and should not be relied upon - see Terms of Use.}

Port Locations

Port of Albany

85 Brunswick Road Albany WA 6330

Tel:

+61 8 9892 9000

Port of Bunbury

54 Casuarina Drive Bunbury WA 6230

Tel:

+61 8 9729 6500

Port of Esperance

The Esplanade Esperance WA 6450

Tel:

+61 8 9072 3333

Latest News

Southern Ports Plays Santa for Seafarers

Southern Ports was pleased to play Santa to help bring some Christmas cheer to seafarers at the end of 2020.

Corporate

Record Trade Month for Bunbury Port

Southern Ports Port of Bunbury experienced its busiest month on record in December.

Bunbury

2020 - A Year Like No Other

Reflecting on the year that was.

Corporate

16 Days in WA: Positive actions to create change

Southern Ports has taken a stand to domestic violence, backing the State Government’s 16 Days in WA campaign which ran from Wednesday 25 November to Thursday 10 December.

Corporate