The initiative is designed to strengthen export opportunities and deepen trade ties across Asia, aligning with the broader goals of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future
Tasmania is putting its premium seafood on the global stage this week as 14 major seafood buyers from Japan, China, Singapore, and Vietnam tour the state for a three-day industry showcase from May 13 to 15.
Part of the Tasmanian Government’s Inbound Visitation Program, the initiative is designed to strengthen export opportunities and deepen trade ties across Asia, aligning with the broader goals of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future.
Jeremy Rockliff, Premier and Minister for Trade and Major Investment, said the showcase is more than just a promotional tour – it’s a strategic move to secure future export growth for Tasmania’s seafood industry.
“By bringing buyers to Tasmania, we’re giving them the chance to meet the makers, experience our pristine environments, and appreciate the quality and care behind our world-class produce,” Premier Rockliff said.
Tasmania’s seafood industry already plays a vital role in the state’s economy, contributing more than 46 per cent of all food and beverage exports and valued at nearly $440 million annually. From premium oysters to prized abalone, the state’s marine produce is increasingly in demand among global consumers seeking clean, sustainable, and flavour-rich seafood.
During the visit, buyers are being hosted by key local companies such as Tasmanian Oyster Co. and Candy Abalone in Cambridge, and Salty Roe in Electrona. These businesses are offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access to their operations, highlighting the craftsmanship and innovation that underpin their products.
“With trade in Australian rock lobster to China recently resuming and global trade dynamics evolving, now is the ideal time to showcase the very best Tasmania has to offer,” said Premier Rockliff.
The showcase is expected to generate immediate business leads while building long-term export relationships with Asia’s top seafood importers.
“When international buyers can taste and experience our produce firsthand, it becomes more than a transaction – it becomes a partnership,” the Premier added.
The Tasmanian Government says the initiative is already fostering stronger ties between local producers and global markets, helping to ensure Tasmania’s seafood exports continue to thrive in a competitive international marketplace.
