Earlier this week, it was reported an influx of swordfish off Tasmania's East Coast could see a tourism boom hit the region.

A 180-kilogram swordfish was caught and tagged by the Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies earlier this year.

But Tasmanian Game Fishing president John McGiveron believes more needs to be done to ensure clear boundaries are established, before tourism benefits can be reaped.

"There is huge potential for swordfish fishing, but we want good management," he said.

"We practice tag and release, but we also reserve the right to take a fish and eat it."

Mr McGiveron said next month's meeting comes after some disapproval from community groups.

"It's interesting at the moment, a lot of people are now saying they shouldn't be caught," he said.

"We want to promote and encourage people to investigate the fishery before it's carried out."

TARFish chief executive Mark Nikolai said Tasmanian fishers still had much to learn about the species.

"Only female broadbills have been caught up to 238 kilograms and we don't know if the males travel to Tasmania," he said.

"It is exciting to be at the cusp of a potential new recreational fishing opportunity."

A meeting will be held at the Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania from 6.30pm on August 19.

The forum will feature speeches from researchers and leading Tasmanian game fishers.