16 August 2018

Jeremy Rockliff, Minister for Infrastructure

$200 million Ports Master Plan

TasPorts' $200 million Port Master Plan will deliver on our plan to boost the Tasmanian economy across all parts of the State.

Ensuring Tasmania’s port facilities meet future demand, the Plan will accelerate economic growth by supporting jobs and promoting business confidence.

The Master Plan maps out infrastructure development over the next ten to fifteen years, and includes:

• $10 million to optimise Bell Bay berthing facilities for industry and investment enabling forestry and mining exports from multiple berths;
• Approximately $80 million to increase sea freight capacity and berth extensions in Burnie to accommodate larger Bass Strait container and cargo vessels;
• $50-$60 million to extend berthing facilities in Devonport for passengers, cargo and freight and accommodate the new, larger Spirit of Tasmania vessels; and
• $50-$60 million to update Hobart’s valuable working port facilities with a new Antarctic precinct.

The Tasmanian Government understands that infrastructure projects of this size require significant consultation which is why we are committed to working with all key customers and stakeholders to ensure that our ports contribute to making Tasmania the best place to live, work and raise a family.

Further details of the TasPorts Port Master Plan are available at: www.tasports.com.au/PortMasterPlan

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