Environmental Impact Statement

The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Kurnell Port & Berthing Facility Upgrade project is based on extensive research, surveys and studies by a team of independent experts as well as consultation with the community and government agencies. You can view the EIS here by clicking on the sections below:

Vol 1 - Main Report Part 1
Vol 1 - Main Report Part 2
Vol 2 - Appendix A-D3
Vol 2 - Appendix D1 Part 1
Vol 2 - Appendix D1 Part 2
Vol 2 - Appendix D2
Vol 2 - Appendix E-G
Vol 2 - Appendix H-J
Vol 2 - Appendix K-L
Vol 2 - Appendix M-O
EIS Submissions Report

Project Approval

Ampol received approval for the Kurnell Port & Berthing Facility Upgrade project from the NSW Department of Planning & Environment as well as other government agencies and regulators. To view the project approvals and conditions of consent click on the following links.

Project Development Consent
Planning Assessment Commission Approval
Project Management Plan Approval
Sediment Disposal Approval
NSW EPA Licence
Sydney Ports Corporation Approval
Approved project addendum

Project Management Plans

A number of plans were developed to help manage our project work and minimise impacts to the community and the environment. These plans have been approved by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment and the Environment Protection Authority (EPA). To view the plans, click on the following links.

Air Quality Management Plan
Aquatic Health Management Plan
Community Consultation Plan
Construction Environmental Management Plan - Sheet Pile and Rock Wall
Construction Environmental Management Plan - Wharf Upgrade
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan
Dredge and Sediment Disposal Management Plan
Marine Works Management Plan
Port Operating Protocol
Sediment and Water Quality Management Plan
Sediment and Water Quality Monitoring Program
Spill Control Plan
Traffic and Access Management Plan

Current Project Status

This project has been successfully completed. The dredging and upgrades to our wharf and sub berth ensure ships can continue to safely access our facility and also provide increased flexibility to import fuel in a range of ship sizes.

Independent Environmental Audit

In accordance with the Development Consent for the Kurnell Port and Berthing Facility Upgrade, an independent environmental audit was conducted. The purpose of the audit was to assess the environmental performance of the project, as well as compliance with the consent conditions and the site Environmental Protection Licence during 2014, the first year of the project. Based on activities undertaken and records sampled for that year, the audit team found a good level of compliance. To view the full audit report and Ampol’s response, click on the following link.

Independent Environmental Audit, Kurnell Port and Berthing Facility Upgrade