Strait Link

Overview

Strait Link is a vertically integrated Bass Strait logistics operator based at the Port of Burnie in northwest Tasmania. The company provides daily sea freight services between the Port of Burnie and Webb Dock at the Port of Melbourne, supported by a comprehensive landside logistics network across both states.

Operating two purpose-built vessels, Tasmanian Achiever II and Victorian Reliance II, Strait Link runs daily sailings (except Sundays) across Bass Strait. The company controls the full supply chain with a fleet of prime movers and trailers, over 4,500 containers, and 11 depots spanning Tasmania and Victoria, providing end-to-end freight solutions without relying on third-party shipping.

Strait Link has secured a 30-year lease at the Port of Burnie through TasPorts, providing long-term operational certainty. The company is transitioning ownership to Igneo Infrastructure Partners, reflecting the critical infrastructure nature of Bass Strait shipping in Tasmania’s supply chain.

Key Capabilities

Daily Bass Strait Shipping

Two purpose-built vessels provide daily freight services between Burnie and Melbourne, offering reliable and frequent capacity for containerised and general freight across Bass Strait.

Vertically Integrated Logistics

Full control of the supply chain from pickup to delivery, with company-owned vessels, containers (4,500+), prime movers, trailers, and 11 depots. This vertical integration reduces handoff points and improves reliability.

Statewide Tasmanian Distribution

Depots across Tasmania including Burnie, Devonport, Launceston, and Hobart provide comprehensive landside pickup and delivery coverage, connecting the port operation to every corner of the state.

Best Suited For

Strait Link is well-suited for:

• Large-volume shippers requiring regular Bass Strait container capacity
• Businesses needing end-to-end sea and road freight between Tasmania and Victoria
• Supply chain operators seeking an alternative to TT-Line for commercial freight
• Companies requiring containerised transport with landside logistics included

Integration Notes

Strait Link manages freight through its depot network and direct account relationships. Bookings are coordinated through the company’s operational teams. Specific API or technology integration capabilities are not publicly documented. Businesses with regular Bass Strait freight volumes should contact Strait Link directly to discuss capacity, scheduling, and account terms.