Freight

Getting your products to customers outside of Tasmania can be a costly exercise, but there is government support available to help offset the shipping costs across Bass Strait.

You may be eligible to claim part of your freight costs through the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme.

Trade Tasmania

The Trade Tasmania team can assist with trade missions, inward buyer programs, industry partnerships, grants and connections to an international network of export advisors.

If you are looking for support exporting your product, contact one of our experienced trade advisors.

Email trade@stategrowth.tas.gov.au or visit Tasmania’s Department of State Growth website for more information.

Trade Tasmania’s Export Essentials Program

The Export Essentials Program is designed to prepare Tasmanian businesses to export nationally and internationally through tailored support, expert advice, workshops, and practical resources wherever you are on your export journey.

Trade Tasmania has partnered with the Export Council of Australia to deliver two programs to help take Tasmanian businesses to the next level.

The National Exporter Program is designed for businesses looking to start or expand their exports within Australia.
The International Exporter Program is for businesses looking to begin or grow their exports in international markets.

The Export Essentials Program is free and self-paced. Visit their website to learn more, and to register your interest.

Austrade

Austrade is the Australian Government's export business support agency.

Austrade provides a range of free information and new exporter business tools, and fee-for-service activities to grow your business in international markets.

For more information on sending your products outside of Australia see the Australian Government's resources and tools.

Grants and funding

On occasion, the Tasmanian and Australian Governments offer funding programs which can assist businesses with the costs associated in accessing new markets interstate or overseas.

To find out if there are any programs suitable to assist your business, use our grants and funding finder.