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Car carrier vessel, Orchid Ace, berthed at Port of Newcastle's West basin, with rows of passenger vehicles neatly parked on the berth.

Port of Newcastle bolsters Australia’s supply chain resilience with passenger vehicle first point of entry service

Port of Newcastle has further diversified its trade offering with several car carriers discharging over 2,500 passenger and heavy vehicles at the Port over the Christmas and New Year period. Read article
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Group photo with students and partner participants in the H2 Grand Prix. Two female students stand at the front of the group holding a hydrogen remote controlled car.

Port of Newcastle supports STEM students’ race towards a sustainable future in world’s largest hydrogen competition 

In a first for the Hunter Region, Port of Newcastle will give high school students from five local schools the opportunity to race in the international Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP), gearing them up for a future in the clean ene ... Read article
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Port of Newcastle works with industry partners to bring Women on Water program to life

Port of Newcastle has joined forces with industry partners to bring to life a student initiative to help increase female participation in the maritime workforce. Read article
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Applications open for 2024 Your Port, Our Community grants program

With up to $100,000 in grant funding on offer across three categories, Port of Newcastle is calling on local charities and not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding for initiatives or projects that deliver community b ... Read article
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Port of Newcastle Clean Energy Precinct reaches major milestone

Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct (CEP) has reached a major milestone, signing agreements for Front End Engineering Designs (FEED) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) covering electrical infrastructure, water ... Read article
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Port of Newcastle improves global GRESB sustainability rating, scores 100% on climate change risk identification

Port of Newcastle has increased its GRESB score to 97/100 and has maintained its coveted 5-star rating for a fourth consecutive year. Read article
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Port of Newcastle partners with WSL to elevate Surfest to global status

Port of Newcastle has announced its Official Strategic Partnership with the World Surfing League (WSL) for Surfest 2025. The iconic surfing event has been added to the Challenger Series, which is the second highest tier on th ... Read article
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St Pius X student workforce initiative brings ‘WoW’ factor to Port of Newcastle

A team of St Pius X year 10 students presented their winning Sustainnovation Challenge project to CEO Craig Carmody, Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Claydon MP, industry representatives, and Port of Newcastle employees t ... Read article
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IPART determination signifies the removal of a major hurdle for Port container terminal

Port of Newcastle has today welcomed the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal’s (IPART) determination for the one-off compensation payment of $10,120,000 (approx. $13,100,000 when adjusted for CPI) the Port must make ... Read article
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Fluctuating trade challenges a feature for 2023

Figures released today reveal a shift in weather and demand has had a significant impact on Port of Newcastle’s diversified trade results for 2023.   Read article
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Stockton Breakwater Closed For Public Safety During Maintenance Works

Port of Newcastle is advising the community that it will close the Northern Breakwater at Stockton for necessary refurbishment works from W/C 20 November. The work is part of the Port’s commitment to maintaining the shippin ... Read article
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Port of Newcastle claims gold for sustainability

Port of Newcastle has been recognised for its outstanding environmental achievements, leadership and commitment to sustainability, by becoming a Gold Partner in the NSW Government’s Sustainability Advantage program. Read article