Share this article
Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) is gearing up for the upcoming dredging of the Port Hedland and Ashburton.
In their latest update, Pilbara Ports advised the Port Hedland and Onslow communities that dredging activity will take place at the following locations:
PPA officials also reminded recreational boat users to always maintain a safe distance from dredging activities.
Pilbara Ports has been undertaking regular maintenance dredging of the Port Hedland since 1977 in order to maintain safe navigation within the port.
This year’s campaign, to be conducted by the hopper dredger Nile River, includes removal of over 500,000m3 of sediment from the two waterways.