11 Apr 2023

Interislander CEO responds to ongoing ferry problems

From Checkpoint, 5:35 pm on 11 April 2023

The Interislander ferry Kaitaki is due back on the Cook Strait tomorrow after weeks out of action due mechanical problems.

The ship's gearbox failed in early March, causing absolute chaos for some passengers, who were left stranded after being unable to rebook for weeks due to high demand.

The repaired Kaitaki has been signed off by an independent assessor following sea trials.

Interislander chief executive Walter Rushbrook talks to Lisa Owen.