Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) is seeking private sector interest to develop and operate a new container terminal within the Port of Gladstone.

It is inviting interested parties to submit a registration of interest via VendorPanel for the Port Central development.

The potential development area is about 54ha, including land reclamation.

GPC chief executive officer Andrew Johnson said the ROI opportunity marked a significant 2025 milestone for GPC’s port development strategy.

“GPC has been delivering prosperity for the region for more than 110 years and remains focussed on ensuring continuity, jobs and stability for our operations while exploring new opportunities for the future,” Mr Johnson said.

“Strategic plans for the growth of the Port of Gladstone identified Port Central as an ideal locality for a new container terminal to meet growing industry and market demand.

“Through this ROI market engagement, future Port Central proponents are invited to submit scalable development concepts aligned with their operational and commercial strategies for an opportunity to shape how key marine and landside infrastructure are delivered and operated.”

GPC said a high-capacity container terminal would strengthen supply chain efficiencies and market reach – unlocking significant freight potential for agricultural, mining, manufacturing, and industrial producers across Queensland.

Located 525km north of Brisbane, Port of Gladstone is Queensland’s largest multi-commodity port, and one of Australia’s most important sheltered deepwater harbours.

To review the ROI materials visit procurement platform www.vendorpanel.com.au/publictenders using the reference number OS25300373.

Below: The proposed container terminal site is capable of supporting up to three container berths
(AP5, AP6, and potentially a repurposed AP7) to accommodate infrastructure suitable for handling significant container volumes.