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Abbot Point Growth Gateway Project

The Abbot Point Growth Gateway Project involves dredging 1.1 million cubic metres in situ of seabed, which will then be placed on vacant industrial land (PDF icon 4.1 MB), next to the existing coal terminal. This project will allow for the construction of a second trestle at the Port of Abbot Point, increasing the port's capacity from 50 to 120 million tonnes per annum.

The final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Abbot Point Growth Gateway Project (EPBC2015/7467), which addresses matters of national environmental significance, is available below.

Consultation on the draft EIS was undertaken in August and September 2015.

After considering the final EIS the Commonwealth Government approved on 22 December 2015 the dredging and construction works subject to 29 strict environmental conditions.

In addition to this approval, the project has received key state government approvals for the onshore construction works and the dredging works offshore. These approvals are subject to 28 and 68 conditions respectively to protect the environment.

Work cannot begin until Adani can demonstrate a financial investment decision has been made for its Galilee Basin developments.

The port authority, North Queensland Bulk Ports, is now managing this project. For further information please visit the North Queensland Bulk Ports website or phone +61 7 3011 7900.

Environmental Impact Statement

Volume 3: Appendices

Volume 4: Supplement Report

Note: Volume 4 responds to public comments raised during consultation and provides further information on various topics.

Additional impact assessment reports

Key technical studies and impact assessment reports addressing State regulated matters which are relevant to development in the Abbot Point State Development Area are also available:

Last updated: 09 Nov 2021