Tasmania's proud maritime legacy has been taken to new heights today, with
the launch of the largest battery-powered ship in the world by Incat Tasmania in Hobart.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said today was a celebration of what Tasmania does best.
"Today isn't just significant in Tasmania, it has global implications, and the eyes of the world are on Incat," the Premier said.
"Incat is a household name in Tasmania for a reason – it is a world leader and I know Tasmanians are so proud of the ship builder's innovation and craftsmanship.
"Our advanced manufacturing capabilities continue to grow because of visionary companies like Incat.
"I want to congratulate Bob Clifford and the entire team at Incat – your work is world-leading, and you should be immensely proud.
"Tasmanian manufacturers are playing a vital role in boosting Australia's sovereign defence capability and in doing so, they're creating highly skilled jobs and delivering real economic benefits here at home.
"Manufacturing contributes nearly $2 billion a year to Tasmania's economy and supports more than 20,000 direct jobs.
"We're working together with Tasmanian success stories like Incat to move our state forward."
