Black Cat cruise ship struck known hazard near Akaroa
Thursday 20 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story TVNZ, Transport Accident Investigation Commission
An interim report from the Transport Accident Investigation Commission reveals the Black Cat cruise ship hit a submerged object near Archway Rock in January. A crew member had noted the vessel was travelling in an unusual direction shortly before the impact and subsequent flooding occurred.