Modelling the economic value of the east-west supply chain
Project FundingFreight and Logistics Council of Western Australia
Project StatusCurrent (October 2025 to May 2026)
Project Summary
An economic impact evaluation and scenario analysis of potential disruptions in the East-West supply chain, commissioned by the Freight and Logistics Council of Western Australia.
This project seeks to:
- Quantifying the economic value of east–west (and west-east) freight and supply chain flows to WA and national economies.
- Identifying the key sectors dependent on interstate trade and logistics with the eastern states.
- Developing scenario analysis and assess the economic impacts of disruptions (e.g. floods, rail failures, border closures) on WA businesses, consumers and the state’s economy.
- Exploring supply chain risk, resilience and policy responses.
The Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre team acknowledges the Wadjuk Nyungar people as the traditional owners of the land on which the Centre is situated.