Powering opportunities in Tasmania – NWTD Meet the Head Contractor event

There was an incredible buzz of energy and enthusiasm at the NWTD Meet the Head Contractor event, held in Burnie in early June 2025.

The event brought together over 150 local contractors and suppliers eager to learn more about the NWTD project and how they can get involved.

Attendees had the opportunity to meet GenusPlus Group, the Head Contractor for NWTD Stage 1.

With already established operations in Bridgewater and Spreyton, Genus is committed to employing Tasmanians and engaging the services of Tasmanian businesses.

Stage 1 is planned to commence construction in 2026 to align with construction of the first Marinus Link cable.

TasNetworks Chair Roger Gill addressed the crowd, reinforcing the importance of local engagement,

“By the turn up here, I am very pleased to see that people are recognising that there are job opportunities and a huge range of skills that will be able to be deployed on this project – so it’s a very important ingredient to the economic development of our community,” he said.

A panel discussion featured insights from Teeny Brumby (Mayor of Burnie), Claire Connelly (President, Devonport Chamber of Commerce & Industry), and Annie Gatenby (North West Regional Development Coordinator, Regional Development Australia).

“If we’re going to grow as an economy, we must increase our energy capability – not just to meet our local future needs, but also to export to the mainland and play our part in a clean energy for the future of our nation,” Mayor Brumby said.

“These projects are going to bring enormous opportunities to our region.”

The event also featured networking opportunities, trade table stalls from Skills Tasmania, TasTAFE and West North West Working, and information on how to register for work packages via the Industry Capability Network Gateway portal.

Contractors and suppliers interested in working with Genus on the NWTD project can register an EOI via the ICN Gateway here: https://gateway.icn.org.au/projects/4934

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in making the event a success. Special thanks to our speakers and panellists for sharing their insights into the opportunities, challenges, and the role the region can play in ensuring lasting value from NWTD.

The strong turnout and positive atmosphere at the event reaffirmed local support for NWTD and its potential to deliver long-term benefits to the region.