Sector opportunities

Sectors of strength

Tasmania has a long history of manufacturing innovation and the Tasmanian Government proudly supports manufacturing in the state.

Tasmania is the powerhouse driving Australia’s activities in Antarctica, the sub-Antarctic islands and the Southern Ocean.

Tasmania is internationally recognised for its top quality aquaculture and wild fisheries products.

Tasmania presents enormous opportunities for investment and job creation in order to achieve a number of national and state targets.

Tasmania’s training and research institutes are globally renowned, competitive and defence ready.

With ideal growing conditions, affordable land,Tasmania is a destination of choice for food manufacturing and agri-businesses.

For over 40 years, Tasmania has been a destination of choice for international students from countries in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Tasmania is one of the most highly and diversely mineralised areas in the world.

Tasmania is Australia’s leader in renewable energy and offers a compelling location for forward-thinking investors.

Tasmania offers an ideal mix of low operating and labour costs, advanced telecommunications and access to abundant renewable energy.

Tasmania is fast becoming a must see and do destination for travellers from around the globe.

The Tasmanian brand is admired worldwide as being synonymous with excellence, purity and sustainability.

Highly functional infrastructure is a key driver to Tasmania's economic competitiveness.