The Tasmanian Government has unveiled the Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 2028, aiming to boost the state’s $2 billion advanced manufacturing sector.
Premier and Minister for Trade and Major Investment, Jeremy Rockliff, has announced the release of the Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 2028.
“Manufacturers employ nearly 20,000 Tasmanians and support an additional 33,000 jobs through supply chains and local communities,” Premier Rockliff said.
The new plan, developed as part of Tasmania’s 2030 Strong Plan for the Future, focuses on three key themes: People, Productivity, and Market Success.
It outlines 15 actions designed to drive growth and innovation across the state’s largest export industry.
The 2028 plan follows the implementation of the four-year Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 2024, which supported 141 grants to Tasmanian manufacturers.
Premier Rockliff noted that the previous plan facilitated approximately $10 million in new investments across 51 businesses.
“The new Action Plan will build on these highly successful activities to strengthen this industry, support local jobs and keep our economy strong,” Premier Rockliff said.
“Tasmanian manufacturers make world-class products, from boats to food and drink, and mining equipment, that are exported to buyers all over the world who recognise the Tasmanian quality.
“With shifting global forces changing the landscape for our manufacturers, the Tasmanian Government recognises the need to support our industry to adapt and continue to thrive.
“We are committed to strengthening our industry and building on the successes to date.”
