A $6.5 million upgrade to berths three and four at the Port of Townsville has been completed, increasing capacity and improving efficiency at the port’s busiest operating areas.
Delivered by Port of Townsville Limited, the project removes a long-standing operational constraint by extending the reach of the port’s Liebherr ship-to-shore crane across both berths. The upgrade allows larger vessels to be worked more efficiently and is expected to improve turnaround times for containerised, general cargo and other trade-critical freight.
The works were delivered on time and on budget, with more than 85 per cent of the project completed by local workers and businesses, supporting employment and economic activity across North Queensland.
The upgraded berths play a central role in Townsville’s trade task, handling a high proportion of the port’s container and general cargo throughput. By enabling more flexible crane operations across berths three and four, the port can reduce delays and improve scheduling for shipping operators.
Queensland Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training Ros Bates says the upgrade focuses on lifting productivity while delivering value. She says removing capacity constraints at the port’s busiest berths strengthens its ability to support trade and jobs across the region.
Member for Townsville Adam Baillie says the benefits of the upgrade will be immediate for port users, with smoother operations and faster vessel movements expected following completion.
The Port of Townsville is a key logistics gateway for North Queensland, supporting regional industries and connecting the region to domestic and international markets. The berth upgrade forms part of broader efforts by the Crisafulli Government to improve freight infrastructure and supply chain efficiency across the state.
