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Since 1984 Abbot Point Terminal has demonstrated its commitment to safety, efficiency, responsibility and partnership with the local community.

Abbot Point Operations (APO) has been contracted by North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT) to manage the operations at the port of Abbot Point – Australia’s most northerly coal terminal – 25 kilometres north of Bowen, between Townsville to the north and Mackay to the south.

With the systems, people and infrastructure to handle Abbot Point’s nameplate capacity of 50 million tonnes of coal annually, APO helps deliver Queensland coal to the world.

In meeting the needs of Queensland coal producers, we prioritise the safety of everyone on site and protection of our local environment while creating jobs and supporting local community programs.

Our local team of 180 employees and our supporting workforce of contractors are key to the success of APO and live and work by our values, such as trust, integrity and inclusion.

By balancing the social, economic and environmental aspects of the business we are delivering for Queensland and Queenslanders.

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Nameplate
capacity of
50MTPA

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$1.98m

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Port design make light work of turtle hatchlings’ first journey

Design features at the North Queensland Export Terminal north of Bowen are ensuring turtle hatchlings see the light as nature intended.

Abbot Point Operations manages the operations and maintenance of the multi-billion-dollar facility and has incorporated “turtle-friendly” amber lighting on terminal infrastructure visible from the ocean, to allow hatchlings a smoother path to the sea.

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Abbot Point Operations storming ahead with wet weather preparations

Abbot Point Operations storming ahead with wet weather preparations

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Smooth sailing ahead as APO welcomes new General Manager

Smooth sailing ahead as APO welcomes new General Manager

Abbot Point Operations (APO) has a new leader to help steer the ship at Bowen’s North Queensland Export Terminal after former General Manager Allan Brown stepped down to enter semi-retirement.

APO’s Finance Manager Damien Dederer has been appointed the business’ new General Manager, transitioning into the role after five years as a senior member of the APO leadership team under Mr Brown.

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Bowen High students unlock 'export level' at Abbot Point

Bowen High students unlock 'export level' at Abbot Point

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Abbot Point Operations Sustainability Snapshot

Abbot Point Operations Sustainability Snapshot

This Snapshot, as presented by APO, the Terminal Operator for North Queensland Export Terminal, is aligned with the inaugural NQXT FY21 Sustainability Report.

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Minerals Academy workshop hammers home opportunities for future tradies

Minerals Academy workshop hammers home opportunities for future tradies

Bowen State High School students have struck skills development gold after participating in a hands-on workshop delivered by the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy, the education arm of the Queensland Resources Council.

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