Tasmanian Shipping and Freight
Public inquiry
This inquiry has concluded. The final report was sent to Government on 7 March 2014 and released on 24 June 2014.
The inquiry covered:
- shipping costs, competition and shipping industry competitive structures across Bass Strait
- factors inhibiting the provision of international shipping services to Tasmania
- the competitiveness of Tasmania's freight industry, economic infrastructure and possible reforms that would enhance competition, investment and productivity growth
- the merits and weaknesses of the current arrangements for supporting freight and passenger services between the mainland and Tasmania.
The Commission consulted with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.
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Key documents
Inquiry report
This report was released on 24 June 2014 and examines the issues affecting the competitiveness of Tasmanian business as they relate to shipping, port, road, and rail infrastructure and services. It also focuses on the effectiveness of the freight and passenger subsidy schemes and assesses the alignment of their objectives and outcomes.
Submissions
Submissions received for the Tasmanian Shipping and Freight public inquiry.
Public hearings
Details of public hearings for the inquiry into Tasmanian Shipping and Freight.