Major ports and maritime economic activities
Australia has several international ports that play a key role in its maritime economy. Among the most important are the ports of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle. These ports are hubs for the import and export of goods, covering diverse industries such as minerals, agricultural products, and industrial manufacturing. They are equipped with modern infrastructure for container transport, bulk traffic, and cruise passenger transport. The Australian maritime sector also includes shipbuilding and maintenance, as well as an active merchant fleet in the Asia-Pacific region.