Incat to double capacity and increase jobs with new facility

Incat is set to acquire 12 hectares of land at Boyer from Norske Skog to construct a new vessel manufacturing facility and increase its shipbuilding capacity.

Premier and Minister for Trade and Major Investment, Jeremy Rockliff, said the Tasmanian Government partnered with Incat’s plan to double its shipbuilding capacity and deliver 500 jobs, as well as new training facilities.

“The new facility will position Incat to meet global demand for low emission vessels, help secure the future for employees, lead to even more jobs being created in the Derwent Valley, and strengthen Tasmania’s advanced manufacturing capabilities,” Premier Rockliff said.

“Already a significant contributor to our State as a major manufacturer and employer, Incat’s latest plans aim to boost that even further.”

Incat employs more than 450 people and is currently the largest single-site employer of trainees and apprentices in Tasmania.

Today’s announcement towards a second manufacturing site is a big step for the company.

“The Tasmanian Government is a strong supporter of Incat and this expansion will create jobs in the Derwent Valley and help keep the economy strong,” Premier Rockliff said.

“As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we have committed $5.25 million, on a matched funding basis, to support growth initiates at Derwent Park.

“Incat plans to support up to 500 new jobs over the next three years, doubling its workforce and its capacity, with new production halls, more floor space and Tasmania’s first marine recharging facilities.

“Importantly, this will unlock extraordinary new training opportunities for hundreds of apprentices.

“Our Government will continue to invest in job-creating and economy-boosting projects, as part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future.”