Welcome to Southern Ports
Southern Ports is the custodian of the three ‘gateway’ ports of Albany, Bunbury and Esperance, connecting Western Australia to the world.
We are a Government Trading Enterprise and are responsible for the efficient and effective management of the state ports we operate.
We exist to create value for the communities in which we operate and the customers who make use of our facilities.
We do this by ensuring current and future trades have optimum access to our infrastructure and we play an important role connecting Government, community and industry stakeholders.More
Shipping Statistics
TRADE (mT)
TRADE (%)
IMPORT (%)
EXPORT (%)
Total Tonnage Through Port
19,727,290
Ship visits
457
- Minerals
- Grains
- Wood Products
- Other
- Non Cargo
Note: Statistics presented here represent a 12 month rolling summary of trade statistics for all ports. Data may not be current and should not be relied upon - see Terms of Use.
Port Locations
Latest News
Southern Ports is set to welcome a new iron ore exporter in a deal that will boost iron ore trade by up to 1.5 million tonnes each year through the Port of Esperance.
Esperance
Nominations are open until 28 June 2024 for new members of two of our Port Community Consultative Committees (PCCCs), in Bunbury and Esperance.
Corporate
Work has started on upgrading conveyor infrastructure at the Port of Esperance after Southern Ports awarded a $2.4 million contract to Aboriginal company First Nation More
Esperance
Minister for Ports Hon David Michael MLA has unveiled plans for a $5 million small boat facility to replace Esperance’s ageing Taylor Street Jetty.
Esperance