Anewly released report underscores the immense and multi-billion-dollar value that the North Queensland Export Terminal, situated just north of Bowen, brings to our local, state, and national economies. Commissioned by North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP), the study delves into the profound economic and social effects of three key east coast ports in Queensland—Hay Point, Mackay, and Abbot Point—under NQBP's authority. The North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT), an integral part of the Port of Abbot Point, is proudly associated with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ).

The study found activity at the Port of Abbot Point contributed almost AUD 10 billion dollars to the Queensland economy each year and supported more than 8,000 jobs across the mining, construction, transport and wholesale trade industries.

NQXT General Manager Mark Smith said the report was further evidence of the importance of the coal terminal’s role as a critical trade gateway for Australia’s second largest export commodity. “The North Queensland Export Terminal has been helping its customers safely, efficiently and responsibly export thermal and metallurgical coal to the world since 1984,” Mr Smith said, adding, “That work facilitates billions of dollars in taxes and royalties each year which the Queensland and Australian governments use to pay for vital services such as health, education, childcare, aged care, and defence. “The operation and maintenance of the Terminal infrastructure also provides employment for more than 400 men and women, the vast majority of whom live locally in the Whitsunday region.”

Abbot Point Operations (APO) General Manager Damien Dederer said NQBP’s findings were terrific recognition of the efforts of the hundreds of local workers who maintainn and operate the Terminal. “We’re proud of our role in helping transport high-quality Queensland metallurgical and thermal coal to the world where it advances development and provides affordable and reliable energy that lifts people out of poverty,” Mr Dederer said.

“And as Bowen locals we are equally proud of our efforts to ‘Grow Local’ and provide jobs, training, and corporate giving that contribute to the economic and social fabric of our community. We’ve invested heavily in state-of-the-art systems and technology to make sure we maintain and operate the Terminal in a way that is efficient, responsible, and sustainable, and it’s terrific for the team to see those efforts reflected in a report such as this,” he added.

APO manages world-class water monitoring, marine sediment, air quality, pests and weeds and workplace safety programs at the North Queensland Export Terminal.