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About TasPorts

TasPorts is a state-owned company responsible for eleven Tasmanian ports and the Devonport Airport.

As an island state, Tasmania is reliant upon shipping, port infrastructure and port operations to sustain our communities and our economy.

Each year 99% of the State’s freight moves through TasPorts’ multi-port network.

TasPorts operates under the Tasmanian Ports Corporation Act 2005.

What we do

TasPorts is a vertically integrated organisation, with a long and proud history of facilitating trade for the benefit of all Tasmanians. We do so through the provision of a diverse range of operations and services around Tasmania. These include:

  • provision and maintenance of essential port infrastructure, landside assets and key navigational aids;
  • delivery of vital marine services, including pilotage, towage and vessel traffic services (VTS);
  • supply of floating plant and equipment;
  • provision of slipway and refuelling facilities;
  • maintenance of community-use waterfront assets at Sullivans Cove, Stanley, Inspection Head, and on King and Flinders islands;
  • ownership and operation of the Devonport Airport; and
  • ownership and operation of the Burnie Chip Export Terminal (BCET).

Where we operate

TasPorts is a state-owned company responsible for ten Tasmanian ports and the Devonport Airport. We are a vertically integrated organisation, providing a diverse range of port and marine operations and services around Tasmania. TasPorts proudly connects people, products and solutions for the benefit of all Tasmanians.

  • Primary Port
  • Community Port
  • Cargo Port
  • Airport
  • Agricultural Products
  • Antarctic Supplies
  • General Cargo
  • Passengers
  • Dry Bulk
  • Fuel/Gas
  • Liquid Bulk
  • Ore/Mineral Bulk
  • Renewable Energy
  • Vehicles
  • Wood Products
  • Emergency Flights

History

TasPorts has a long and proud history stretching back to 1804.