Concept designs by John Wardle Architects have been released for the redevelopment of the Port of Devonport in Tasmania, the headquarters for the Spirit of Tasmania ferries and the fastest growing port in the state.
The Tasmanian government said the $240 million “Quay Link” development would be timed to cater for a new fleet of larger Bass Strait ships set to enter service over the next few years. The project will deliver two roll-on-roll-off (RORO) berths and terminals to be used by the government-owned Spirit of Tasmania service and private shipping company Sea Road. It will also include a multi-user berth to “support future opportunities at the Port of Devonport,” the government said.
There will be measures aimed at improving sustainability, including electric vehicle charging stations, LNG ship refuelling and renewable energy shore power. And there will also be improvements to port navigation, with a three-dimensional vessel monitoring system providing an additional layer of safety for all vessels operating in the Mersey River.
“Further improvements to the local amenity of the port precinct will be achieved through enhanced traffic management, landscaping and street scaping,” said Michael Ferguson, Tasmania’s infrastructure and transport minister.
“To further support community connection with the new port precinct, Tas Ports is investigating the development of a new commercial precinct as part of the project. This will offer unique business opportunities for East Devonport, providing further benefits to local communities.”
Source: Architecture - architectureau
