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Cruise season adjusts as global market shifts, but visitor numbers hold steady

31 March 2026

Cruise season adjusts as global market shifts, but visitor numbers hold steady

Tasmania’s cruise sector is expected to see fewer ship visits in 2026-27, reflecting national and global market conditions, however visitor numbers are expected to remain comparatively stable.

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TasPorts appoints Captain Allan Gray as Interim CEO

13 March 2026

TasPorts appoints Captain Allan Gray as Interim CEO

TasPorts Chair Greg McCann has announced the appointment of Captain Allan Gray as Interim Chief Executive Officer of TasPorts, for a fixed term from 16 March 2026 through to 2 October 2026.

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Digital Upgrade to Boost Efficiency Across Tasmanian Ports

21 August 2025

Digital Upgrade to Boost Efficiency Across Tasmanian Ports

TasPorts is undertaking a multimillion-dollar digital transformation to replace legacy systems with a modern, integrated platform.

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TasPorts Extends Daily School Lunch Support in East Devonport for Seven More Years

30 July 2025

TasPorts Extends Daily School Lunch Support in East Devonport for Seven More Years

The commitment supports more than 220 students and reflects TasPorts’ long-term investment in regional communities.

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Milestone Lease Agreement Secures Burnie’s Future as Freight Hub

07 May 2025

Milestone Lease Agreement Secures Burnie’s Future as Freight Hub

Strait Link and TasPorts have signed a Heads of Agreement for a strategic long-term lease extension at the Port of Burnie. 

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TasPorts advances critical infrastructure works at Port of Burnie

01 March 2025

TasPorts advances critical infrastructure works at Port of Burnie

Significant infrastructure enhancements are underway at Burnie's Berth 4 and 5, ensuring TasPorts maintains efficient and dependable freight operations.

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TasPorts’ Manager Environment and Sustainability nominated for global leading action

20 November 2024

TasPorts’ Manager Environment and Sustainability nominated for global leading action

Susan McLeod nominated for prestigious award for spearheading sustainability initiative at TasPorts

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TasPorts committed to Wharf Upgrade

13 June 2024

TasPorts committed to Wharf Upgrade

TasPorts is committed to the Port of Hobart as the gateway to the Antarctic and Southern Ocean and stands ready to continue negotiations with the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) on commercial terms which are fair and reasonable.

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Seabed Levelling concludes at the Port of Burnie

21 May 2024

Seabed Levelling concludes at the Port of Burnie

To support the ongoing safe movement of vessels, TasPorts regularly undertakes seabed levelling and dredging activities to maintain declared depths and safe navigation within its port limits.

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Cruise Ships Visits to the Port of Burnie

20 January 2023

Cruise Ships Visits to the Port of Burnie

TasPorts has confirmed that the decision to cancel the cruise ships Regatta and Seven Seas Explorer visits to the Port of Burnie this week was taken by the cruise ship company and communicated to TasPorts by the agent.

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TasPorts welcomes SeaRoad’s MV Liekut to the Port of Devonport

02 April 2021

TasPorts welcomes SeaRoad’s MV Liekut to the Port of Devonport

TasPorts welcomed MV Liekut on its maiden voyage to the Port of Devonport today, as SeaRoad Shipping introduced the new charter vessel to service the Bass Strait freight route.

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New arrival making waves at the Port of Grassy

20 January 2021

New arrival making waves at the Port of Grassy

TasPorts’ tug Wilga and landing barge MV Kulanda have played a critical role in transporting almost 1000 tonnes of equipment to King Island, supporting Wave Swell Energy (WSE) and its unique project to create sustainable energy from the ocean.

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