Our Approach

Our role in connecting the communities of Far North Queensland to each other and the world means we are in an enviable position to influence change. Our network of industry stakeholders includes tourism, property, defence, cargo and marine maintenance and services, which ideally places us to bring together multiple parties and lead sustainability initiatives.  

Our approach to sustainability focuses on four strategic themes - People, Planet, Prosperity and Partnerships. 

Together, these provide Ports North with a strategic framework to continue supporting environmental stewardship, community partnerships and economic prosperity throughout Far North Queensland.

We continue to foster strong local and global partnerships, moving our region towards a more sustainable and interconnected future.  We are currently focused on several key opportunities in relation to climate change, water, waste, energy, technology, infrastructure development, asset management, safety and First Nations partnerships.  

Ports North also continues to collaborate with the Queensland Government, who are finalising a consistent framework for future reporting and disclosures on sustainability, ESG and climate risk. As a GOC, Ports North will continue to provide information on its ESG performance as part of the annual Queensland Sustainability Report (QSR 2024).