Fremantle Port will implement a comprehensive price increase starting from July.

                           Fremantle Port Announces Across-the-Board Fee Hikes Effective July 1

Perth, 28 June 2025 – Fremantle Ports will implement sweeping rate increases starting 1 July, its first comprehensive adjustment in three years, impacting all shipping lines and cargo owners using Western Australia's primary gateway.
Key Changes
Vessel charges:
Berthing fees ↑12-15% (tonnage-based)
Pilotage ↑8%
Towage ↑10%/hour
Cargo fees:
Containers: +A$9/TEU (now A$91)
Bulk cargo: +A$0.5/tonne
New carbon levy: A$3.5/tonne CO₂
Rationale
Port CEO Mark McGowan cited:
✓ A$320M port deepening project
✓ 11% labor cost rise under new agreements
✓ Decarbonization initiatives
Industry Impact
Maersk estimates 2.3% higher Asia-Australia box costs
Grain exporters face A$8M annual increase
Consumer prices may rise 0.5-1.2%
The port defends its move by noting:
Rates remain 15-20% below Sydney/Melbourne
Volume discounts available (3% rebate for 50k+ TEU/year)
30% of new revenue earmarked for smart gate systems