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Tasmanian fresh produce exporters say direct international freight flights a ‘gamechanger’
Tasmanian producers and exporters of fresh produce are desperate for direct “lifeline” flights between Hobart and Hong Kong to continue in the future.
Key points:
- Seafood, cherries and lettuce have been transported direct from Hobart to Hong Kong three times a week since December
- The last regular flight flew out earlier this week, but discussions are underway to continue the service
- Exporters and producers say the flights have been a “gamechanger” and a “godsend”
The air freight service has operated three times a week since December, delivering live seafood, cherries, lettuce and other products to key South-East Asian markets.
The last regular flight flew out of Tasmania earlier this week.
Abalone exporter Alex Cuthbertson said the flights had…
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