The Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed today’s Federal Government approval of the Robbins Island wind farm.
TCCI Chief Executive Michael Bailey said the approval was a vote of confidence in Tasmania’s economy.
“This is an absolute game-changer for Tasmania and one of the largest private investments our State has ever seen,” Mr Bailey said.
“It will create hundreds of jobs during construction as well as ongoing opportunities throughout the state’s supply chains.
“For Tasmanian businesses this means work, contracts, and growth. From civil construction to transport, manufacturing, hospitality, and tourism, the economic ripple effect will be immense.”
Mr Bailey said the business community had been calling for greater certainty around major projects.
“The approval of Robbins Island is a reminder of what can be achieved when governments and business work together. This gives Tasmanian employers confidence to invest, expand, and take on more staff.
“Importantly, it also positions Tasmania as a magnet for new industries that want reliable access to clean, renewable power. That will mean not just construction jobs today, but ongoing employment in advanced manufacturing and green exports tomorrow.”
The TCCI congratulated ACEN and the State and Federal Governments on making a decision that will unlock major economic benefits for Tasmania.
Michael Bailey (CEO, TCCI) and Ian Jones (Chair, Clean Energy Tas) will be available for comment at 3.30pm in Civic Square, Launceston
TCCI Chief Executive Michael Bailey said the approval was a vote of confidence in Tasmania’s economy.
“This is an absolute game-changer for Tasmania and one of the largest private investments our State has ever seen,” Mr Bailey said.
“It will create hundreds of jobs during construction as well as ongoing opportunities throughout the state’s supply chains.
“For Tasmanian businesses this means work, contracts, and growth. From civil construction to transport, manufacturing, hospitality, and tourism, the economic ripple effect will be immense.”
Mr Bailey said the business community had been calling for greater certainty around major projects.
“The approval of Robbins Island is a reminder of what can be achieved when governments and business work together. This gives Tasmanian employers confidence to invest, expand, and take on more staff.
“Importantly, it also positions Tasmania as a magnet for new industries that want reliable access to clean, renewable power. That will mean not just construction jobs today, but ongoing employment in advanced manufacturing and green exports tomorrow.”
The TCCI congratulated ACEN and the State and Federal Governments on making a decision that will unlock major economic benefits for Tasmania.
Michael Bailey (CEO, TCCI) and Ian Jones (Chair, Clean Energy Tas) will be available for comment at 3.30pm in Civic Square, Launceston