Fremantle Ports is committed to facilitating trade in a sustainable way and maintaining the highest environmental standards.
Environmental matters at Fremantle Ports are administered principally by the following State legislation, which can be downloaded free of charge from the State Law Publisher:
- Port Authorities Act 1999 (the Act) and Regulations (2001)
- Environmental Protection Act 1986 and Regulations (1987)
- Pollution of Waters by Oil and Noxious Substances Act 1987 and Regulations (1993)
- Contaminated Sites Act 2003 and Regulations (2006).
The Department of Environment and Conservation is the key agency responsible for protection and conservation Western Australia’s environment.
Specific environmental management requirements for ships can be found in the Port Information Guide.
Risk Management Plans are an essential tool used by Fremantle Ports to ensure environmental risks relevant to specific projects or operations are properly identified and managed.