Specialised marine equipment has been mobilised on site at the Port of Devonport, as part of TasPorts' $240 million QuayLink Project, strengthening one of Tasmania's leading freight and tourism gateways.
Posted
30 July 2026
Specialised marine equipment has been mobilised on site at the Port of Devonport, as part of TasPorts' $240 million QuayLink Project, strengthening one of Tasmania's leading freight and tourism gateways.
Terminal 2 is used exclusively by Australian shipping and logistics company SeaRoad for the provision of its RO-RO (roll-on roll-off) freight service.
These essential works will extend the operational life of the wharf by up to 30 years while supporting reliable freight movements into the future.
TasPorts CEO Captain Allan Gray said the Port of Devonport plays a critical role in Tasmania’s freight supply, handling between three to four million tonnes of freight each year.
“The QuayLink Project is about rebuilding and modernising key infrastructure in the Port of Devonport to support Tasmania’s future trade, freight and growing tourism needs.
“The upgrades at Terminal 2 will strengthen the wharf to ensure it continues to meet the needs of one of Tasmania’s largest shipping and freight logistics provider, SeaRoad, for decades to come,” said Captain Gray.
TasPorts’ construction partner BridgePro Engineering has mobilised specialised marine equipment on site to support works including a 150-tonne crawler crane, forklift tractor and hydro-demolition gear.
Ahead of upcoming piling works, commercial divers have been using high-pressure water jets to prepare the sheet pile walls beneath the wharf. This work includes the removal of debris and seabed preparation and levelling to support installation of new sheet piles.
More than 3.7 tonnes of ageing fender infrastructure has been removed ahead of the installation of new fender piles, bollards and concrete works.
"We're working closely with SeaRoad and other port users to deliver these important upgrades around tidal conditions and ongoing port operations, to keep the port operating safely and efficiently,” Captain Gray said.
Minister for Infrastructure, Kerry Vincent, said the investment has future-proofed one of Tasmania’s most important freight gateways.
“The Port of Devonport is a vital link in Tasmania’s supply chain, supporting jobs, businesses and communities across the State.
“These upgrades will ensure the port continues to deliver safe, efficient and reliable freight services for decades to come," Minister Vincent said.
“The QuayLink Project demonstrates our Government’s commitment to investing in the infrastructure needed to support Tasmania’s growing economy and future trade opportunities.
"The work local engineering company BridgePro have done has been great to see," Minister Vincent said.
The QuayLink Project is one of Tasmania's largest port infrastructure investments and a key pillar in TasPorts strategy to modernise the Port of Devonport.
The project remains on track for practical completion by early 2027.
