Westport - A strategy for Perth's freight future
The Westport Taskforce, led by Independent Chair, Nicole Lockwood, was formed in September 2017 to formulate a strategy that would secure Perth’s freight infrastructure needs for the next 50-100 years. The Taskforce, comprising of more than 80 organisations, will deliver its final strategy to Government at the end of the year.
With a focus on the port precincts at Fremantle, Kwinana and Bunbury, Westport is currently investigating eight feasible options in detail to determine the best long-term solution/s for Perth’s future trade needs, while also aiming to optimise industry development and reduce congestion for everyday commuters.
With Fremantle Port inevitably reaching its capacity for container handling in coming decades under the status quo, it is essential that planning is undertaken now to ensure that future generations can cost-effectively access the imported goods we rely on every day, such as clothing, electronics, furniture, food and beverage products, cosmetics and medications.
In her presentation, Nicole Lockwood will share the very latest findings, insights and updates from the Westport Taskforce.
Meet our speakers and panellists
Nicole Lockwood
Independent Chair
Nicole is the Chair of the Westport Taskforce and has been the Chair of the Freight and Logistics Council since July 2016. She is a member of the Expert Panel leading Inquiry into National Freight and Supply Chain Priorities and has been on the Board of Infrastructure Australia since 2010.
Nicole holds a number of other board roles focused on infrastructure, urban development and digital transformation.
Previously she was a Director at KPMG leading the government team in Management Consulting. She resided in the Pilbara for seven years until 2012 holding numerous governance roles including Shire President at the Shire of Roebourne. Nicole is a lawyer having worked in private and public practice