In 2016 the Tasmanian Government developed the Tasmanian Integrated Freight Strategy to improve productivity and support job creation. The Strategy recognises the importance of an efficient and cost-effective freight system to Tasmanian businesses and the broader community
The strategy outlines policy positions and actions in four key areas:
- Supporting competition and service choice across Bass Strait and beyond
- Efficient freight gateways
- High-standard, responsive land freight connections
- Delivering a single, integrated freight system
The Strategy provides a modern framework that links freight demand with investment, integrates planning and investment across all modes, prioritises freight assets and supports improved project evaluation and freight system information.
The Strategy was informed by extensive consultation with businesses, freight operators, and industry groups.
The Department of State Growth coordinates the implementation of key initiatives under the Strategy.
Read the Tasmanian Integrated Freight Strategy below
Tasmanian Integrated Freight Strategy Part One
Tasmanian Integrated Freight Strategy Part Two
Supporting information
The Strategy is supported by a series of information papers which provide additional information on the operation of Tasmania's freight system.
Information papers
- Information Paper 1 - Overview of Tasmania's Freight System
- Information Paper 2 - Tasmania's Major Ports and Intermodal Connections
- Information Paper 3 - Tasmanian sea freight
- Information Paper 4 - Land freight infrastructure
- Information Paper 5 - Tasmania's freight supply chains
- Information Paper 6 - Container growth and capacity, Bass Strait