Cairns business Intrust Energy Solutions will deliver electric vehicle charging stations for an Australian-first pilot project to install them at six popular Far North Queensland tourist destinations.
The project has been developed and implemented by the Department of State Development, through Economic Development Queensland – the state government’s specialist land use planning and property development unit – and is being delivered with RACQ sponsorship.
The joint Queensland Government and RACQ project will help supercharge tourism and bolster jobs across Cairns, state development, manufacturing, infrastructure and planning minister Cameron Dick says
“We’re thrilled to have awarded Intrust Energy Solutions, who have offices across the Cairns region, and EVSE Australia the contract to install the network of six electric vehicle charging stations at key tourist attractions across Tropical North Queensland,” he says.
“The Tropical North Queensland Electric Vehicle Drive will create a world-class sustainable multi-day tourism experience, offering free electric vehicle charging over the 12-month trial period.”
RACQ public policy head Dr Rebecca Michael says the project will help attract more national and international tourists.
“With a focus on eco-tourism, this project is demonstrating how road tourism can transition to a sustainable future.”
Intrust Group founder and business development manager Mick Guli says the pilot is a great project for the organisation to work on.
“Our people are learning new skills and we look forward to helping our region embrace the move to electric vehicles.”
Cairns member Michael Healy says the pilot project is already benefiting the region.
“Projects such as the Tropical North Queensland Electric Vehicle Drive support local jobs and build on our region’s demand for environmentally friendly tourism options, in addition to our established tourism offerings.”
Barron River member Craig Crawford says the project will support the growing trend in green tourism.
“Visitors are becoming more conscious in their travels, so to provide a free electric vehicle charging station at many of our iconic tourist attractions such as Skyrail is a positive step in making Tropical North Queensland a must-visit destination.”
Installation of the new destination charging stations has started at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures and the Mossman Gorge Visitor Centre.
Construction will start in coming weeks at Paronella Park, Historic Village Herberton and Coffee Works Mareeba.
