News

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.

Thousands turn out for Port of Mackay 80th

OLD Mulherin Park was a sea of families, music and laughter as Mackay celebrated the Port of Mackay 80th Anniversary on Sunday 25 August.

Southern Breakwater hosts Variety Bash launch

THE Port of Mackay’s iconic Southern Breakwater is set to host the official start line for the 2019 Variety Bash on Wednesday 28 August.

NQBP and JCU take out national award for environmental work

One of North Queensland Bulk Ports’ (NQBP) longest running environmental partnerships took out a national award last night, recognising the effort for the right balance between commercial activities and stewardship of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

Second access road works for Port of Mackay

NORTH Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) will soon begin road works to create a secondary access for the Port of Mackay.