The proposed Port of Gold Coast - Ocean-side Cruise Ship Terminal is designed to cater for cruise ships typically operating around Australia as well as the world's largest cruise ship vessels.
Key features include:
- a jetty structure extending approximately 950 metres offshore from Philip Park
- a wharf structure including mooring and berthing facilities for cruise ships and a passenger platform
- an offshore breakwater structure approximately 780 metres in length to protect berthing cruise ships and terminal infrastructure from ocean swell
- a cruise ship terminal and landside facilities, and
- short term passenger drop-off areas and staff only long-term parking facilities.
Key Dates
| 2022 | Expected Construction Commencement |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Mar 2017 | The City of Gold Coast Council endorsed the feasibility study and business case for the Port of Gold Coast – Ocean-side Cruise Ship Terminal. |
| Sep 2017 | Initial Advice Statement (IAS) lodged to the Coordinator General’s office. |
| Feb 2018 | The IAS was refused due to the Queensland Government’s decision to undertake the Southport Spit Master Plan. |
| Aug 2019 | A revised IAS was lodged to the Coordinator General’s office. |
| Nov 2019 | The project was given "coordinated status" by Queensland's Independent Coordinator General, allowing the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for public consultation. |
Estimated Total Cost
(2019)
Sector
Other Transport
Procurement approach
Unconfirmed |
Location
Queensland |
Infrastructure Australia status
Not considered
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