Hammond Island Marine Facility – Torres Strait Islands, QLD
Caporn Piling is proud to have delivered specialist foundation solutions for the construction of the Hammond Island Marine Facility, a vital project enhancing accessibility and berthing conditions for the local community. The new facility ensures compliance with the Federal Disability Standards and significantly improves access for elderly residents, school children, commuters, and those with disabilities.
Project Scope
Installation of 2 permanent cased bored piles (610mm diameter), socketed into extremely high-strength ignimbrite, to provide robust support for the marine structure.
Equipment Utilised
Bauer BG20 drill rig for precision piling operations.
610mm diameter full-face hammer for drilling into hard rock.
3 x 1100 CFM compressors to support hammer operation.
Sany 150T crawler crane for lifting and support works.
Client
Pacific Marine Group in partnership with Torres Strait Island Regional Council
Project Significance
Improved accessibility for ferry passengers, ensuring safer and more inclusive berthing conditions.
The facility provides reliable and compliant access to critical services on Thursday Island, including schools, hospitals, and social services.
Enhances community connectivity for residents who rely on the ferry service as their primary mode of transportation, alongside limited helicopter and private vessel options.
Project Benefits
Compliance with Federal Disability Standards, ensuring inclusivity for all users.
Safer and more reliable berthing conditions for ferries, improving service efficiency.
Supports daily access to essential services for the community, fostering economic and social well-being.
At Caporn Piling, we take pride in delivering durable, high-quality foundations for projects that improve accessibility and transform the lives of regional and remote communities. Our expertise and commitment to excellence ensure lasting infrastructure solutions where they matter most.
Caporn Piling is proud to have delivered specialist foundation solutions for the construction of the Hammond Island Marine Facility, a vital project enhancing accessibility and berthing conditions for the local community. The new facility ensures compliance with the Federal Disability Standards and significantly improves access for elderly residents, school children, commuters, and those with disabilities.
Project Scope
Installation of 2 permanent cased bored piles (610mm diameter), socketed into extremely high-strength ignimbrite, to provide robust support for the marine structure.
Equipment Utilised
Bauer BG20 drill rig for precision piling operations.
610mm diameter full-face hammer for drilling into hard rock.
3 x 1100 CFM compressors to support hammer operation.
Sany 150T crawler crane for lifting and support works.
Client
Pacific Marine Group in partnership with Torres Strait Island Regional Council
Project Significance
Improved accessibility for ferry passengers, ensuring safer and more inclusive berthing conditions.
The facility provides reliable and compliant access to critical services on Thursday Island, including schools, hospitals, and social services.
Enhances community connectivity for residents who rely on the ferry service as their primary mode of transportation, alongside limited helicopter and private vessel options.
Project Benefits
Compliance with Federal Disability Standards, ensuring inclusivity for all users.
Safer and more reliable berthing conditions for ferries, improving service efficiency.
Supports daily access to essential services for the community, fostering economic and social well-being.
At Caporn Piling, we take pride in delivering durable, high-quality foundations for projects that improve accessibility and transform the lives of regional and remote communities. Our expertise and commitment to excellence ensure lasting infrastructure solutions where they matter most.