Articles tagged with Westport

$5.3M Investment Boosts Greymouth & Westport Ports for Coastal Shipping Growth

2 weeks ago | 164 views

A $5.3 million investment, including $4.3 million for upgrades to the Port of Greymouth and $1 million for a regional safety program shared with Westport Port, aims to boost coastal shipping and economic growth on the West Coast. The project will reconstruct unusable wharf sections, build a roll-on, roll-off facility, and establish a shared Regional Harbour Master program with upgraded navigational aids to enhance resilience and support commercial shipping by early 2028. Funded through the Coastal Shipping Resilience Fund with local council co-investment, the initiative is part of a broader government effort to strengthen New Zealand’s freight system and infrastructure.

Tags: James Meager Maureen Pugh Greymouth Port Westport Port West Coast Coastal Shipping Resilience Fund Grey District Council West Coast Regional Council Eastland Port Regional Harbour Master

$2.31M Upgrade for Jackson Bay Wharf Boosts West Coast Resilience and Fishing

3 months ago | 313 views

Over $2.31 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund will upgrade Jackson Bay Wharf, enhancing disaster resilience and supporting the local fishing industry by ensuring reliable seafood transport. The $3.3 million project, led by Westland District Council, includes structural improvements and digital surveillance to maintain the wharf’s safety and functionality. This upgrade, part of a $7.81 million investment across West Coast ports, exemplifies strong local and central government collaboration, boosting regional infrastructure, economic growth, and job creation.

Tags: Mark Patterson Jenny Marcroft Jackson Bay Wharf Westland District Council Regional Infrastructure Fund West Coast Westport Greymouth fishing industry disaster resilience