The Maritime Union suggests there is currently no clear plan around the Inter-island ferries
The Maritime Union suggests there is currently no clear plan around the Inter-island ferries
23 June 2024
The Aratere will be under a number of investigations as it sits in Picton, after running aground on Friday night because of a suspected steering problem.
Maritime Union Spokesperson Victor Billot says the ferries are failing.
He suggests the Government will have to order new ferries at a higher cost than the original ones, as he believes there are no second-hand ones available.
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