The arrival of the two new Spirit of Tasmania vessels this October signifies a step-change for the Tasmanian tourism industry, heralding a new era of sea travel for this state.

As operators delivering the products, services and experiences to the visitors these new vessels will deliver, it's important you are as updated and informed about the opportunity on our doorstep and how you might be able to make the most of it.

The Tourism Industry Council Tasmania in partnership with the Spirit of Tasmania and Visit Northern Tasmania are inviting you to join us in a series of interactive workshops where we will learn together and prepare.

This interactive workshop is designed to help operators understand what the arrival of the two new Spirit of Tasmania vessels this October will mean for your business and region.

Hear directly from industry leaders, including:
• Amy Hills, CEO, TICT
• Tom Wootton, Interim General Manager, Spirit of Tasmania
• Paul Fleming, Research and Insights Specialist, Tourism Tasmania
• Larni Davies, Workforce & Specialist Programs Manager, TICT
• Representatives from Visit Northern Tasmania & West x North West RTO’s

Together, they will provide:

• The latest update on the new Spirit of Tasmania vessels and visitor experience
• Insights into the travellers expected to visit Tasmania
• Industry planning to maximise the benefits across the visitor economy
• Workforce readiness considerations to help businesses prepare
• Practical examples and ideas to help operators leverage opportunities in the self-drive, caravan and motorhome markets

The workshops will also provide opportunities to ask questions, share ideas and explore how industry can work together to maximise the benefits of this major investment for Tasmania.

Devonport
Wednesday 1 July 2026 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
paranaple Convention Centre

Register Here

Launceston

Thursday 2 July 2026 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
*Light Refreshments will be served
Tailrace Centre

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