Government begins global search for new Cook Strait ferries

Tuesday 4 February 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 4 Feb 2025, 8:23am

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Rail Minister Winston Peters has announced a worldwide search for two medium-sized vessels to replace the Interislander fleet. The government aims to narrow the list of potential shipbuilders to facilitate a swift deal. Officials are also considering alternatives to newly built ships to meet a 2029 deadline.

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1. RNZTue 4 Feb 2025, 7:53am

   Interislander replacement: Government begins global hunt for ferry builder (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 4 Feb 2025, 8:17am

   Government looks to narrow list of shipbuilders to strike a deal on new Cook Strait ferries (opens in new tab)

3. The PostTue 4 Feb 2025, 8:23am

   NZ hunting the globe for new Cook Strait ferries but open to ‘alternatives’ (opens in new tab)

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