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Mackay's Southern Breakwater hosts community fun run

THE Port of Mackay’s southern breakwater will take centre stage when thousands of runners line up for one of the region’s premier community events this weekend.

NQBP's EcoPorts grants a blooming success for local schools

Sustainability plays a key role in ten school projects which have each received a $1000 EcoPorts grant from North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP).

Learning to protect our marine life

Bowen State High School’s project to breed and monitor growth rates and water quality impacts on barramundi and redclaw has gained a boost.

Investing to unlock local trade opportunities

As Queensland’s new trade strategy is rolling-out North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) is ramping-up its pursuit of increased local trade, with an $11.64 million package of infrastructure improvements for the Port of Mackay.

Sky's the limit with new helicopter contract

Two world-leading marine pilot transfer helicopters are currently under construction at Mackay airport, as they are readied for service at North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP).

Bowen Jetty back in business

As North Queensland rebuilds after Tropical Cyclone Debbie, another much-loved piece of Bowen’s history has been re-opened to the public.

Letter to the Editor: Mackay Marina and Cyclone Debbie

2017 Letter to the Editor: Mackay Marina and Cyclone Debbie

All hands on deck at critical Northern Ports

A week after weathering the impact of severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie, significant progress has been made on returning the critical northern ports of Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point to full operations.

NQBP ports weather the storm

INITIAL assessments today have shown that the ports of Mackay, Hay Point and Abbot Point have emerged in good condition in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Safety first at NQBP ports

NORTH Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) said the Ports of Abbot Point, Hay Point and Mackay remain closed today as severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie lashes the North Queensland coast.

NQBP ports prepared for Tropical Cyclone Debbie

NORTH Queensland Bulk Ports said today the ports of Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point have been locked down in preparation for Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Photo competition celebrates history and beauty of the Bowen Jetty

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) today launched a photographic competition to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the iconic Bowen Jetty.

Upcoming works at Bowen Wharf

Works included repairs to cracked concrete slab sections and some of the timber decking structure and the removal of deteriorated timber fender piles.

Getting to know our CEO

NQBP’s new chief executive officer, Nicolas Fertin, started in September. After a busy few months, we caught up with Nicolas to get his first impressions and learn a bit about his story.

Partnering with traditional owners

NQBP’s long-standing relationships with indigenous representatives have helped guide its approach to cultural heritage, port management and development for more than 10 years.

Super-sized RoRo vessel set for grand entrance at Port of Mackay

The evolution of the Port of Mackay as a multi-cargo gateway will take a significant step forward this month when one of the world’s largest automobile roll-on roll-off (RORO) vessels calls at the port.

Port of Weipa maintenance dredging set to begin

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) will soon begin maintenance dredging at the Port of Weipa.

Packed program for Port of Mackay 80th

THERE’S a packed program of activities to celebrate the Port of Mackay 80th Anniversary at the Maritime Carnival.