New Biosecurity Terminal to Support Safe and Efficient Freight Flow in East Devonport

A new purpose-built biosecurity inspection terminal will soon be under construction in East Devonport as part of TasPorts’ QuayLink redevelopment, strengthening Tasmania’s biosecurity protections while minimising traffic impacts for local road users and ferry passengers.

Developed in partnership with Biosecurity Tasmania, the terminal will streamline inspection processes for incoming freight trucks from both TT-Line and SeaRoad.

TasPorts’ Chief Executive Anthony Donald said the facility is designed to match the peak disembarkation rate of the ferries.

“The terminal ensures freight trucks can be processed efficiently and safely without disrupting general traffic flow or delaying passenger vehicles,” he said.

“The new inspection area, located off Wright Street, includes dual lanes with capacity for up to six trucks at a time and safer access for heavy vehicles.

“It also incorporates a key requirement from the project’s traffic impact assessment, allowing for trucks to be held on-site if a vehicle requires further attention by Biosecurity Tasmania, avoiding congestion on surrounding roads.”

Mr Donald said Tasmania’s strong biosecurity reputation is critical to protecting the state’s environment, agriculture and economy.

“This facility will help ensure inspections continue to meet national requirements under the Interstate Container Inspection Regime (ICIR), supporting rapid but thorough checks of incoming freight.”

TasPorts has appointed Tasmanian civil construction company GradCo to deliver the works, which are expected to be completed in August.

Construction hours will be Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm, and Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

TasPorts thanks the East Devonport community for their patience during these important works.