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Interislander trials cleaner and more efficient fuel
Friday, 22 May 2015, 4:15 pm | The Interislander
As part of KiwiRail’s commitment to greater sustainability the Interislander ferry Arahura is trialling Fuel Oil Emulsion (FOE) technology in one of the ship’s auxiliary engines. FOE burns more completely than unmodified fuel and so uses less fuel, emissions ... More >>
Interislander sailing to revised schedule
Friday, 6 March 2015, 5:19 pm | The Interislander
Interislander’s passenger and commercial freight services are sailing this evening to a revised timetable and expect to be back to normal by midday Saturday. However rail freight is suspended and we expect to start operating within 24 hours. More >>
Interislander sailings disrupted due to weather
Friday, 6 March 2015, 1:50 pm | The Interislander
Interislander is advising customers to expect delays to sailings today and over the weekend due to the severe weather that is currently moving across Cook Strait. More >>
Aratere Losing Time
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 4:34 pm | The Interislander
The Interislander ferry Aratere is currently running more slowly than anticipated and is losing approximately 15 minutes per sailing. Given this is only her second full day of operations, Interislander is continuing to work on timetable options ... More >>
Fanana a tall transportation order for Interislander
Thursday, 4 July 2013, 12:29 pm | The Interislander
A nine month old male giraffe will set sail across the Cook Strait on Interislander’s Aratere tonight, bound for Chrictchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park. Interislander is assisting with the transportation of the giraffe, named Fanana, who has been flown ... More >>
Interislander helping Coastguard keep boaties safe
Monday, 22 April 2013, 9:24 am | The Interislander
Interislander is pleased to announce that it has extended its sponsorship of Coastguard Central Region for another year. The sponsorship helps local Coastguard Units to provide this vital life-saving service, improve safety out on the water and educate ... More >>
Aratere update 11/11/11
Friday, 11 November 2011, 2:45 pm | The Interislander
Further trials carried out this morning have confirmed the reliability and stability of the Aratere’s engines and propulsion systems, Interislander general manager Thomas Davis said. More >>
Interislander Statement on Aratere
Friday, 4 November 2011, 12:20 pm | The Interislander
Tests to ensure the safe operation of Cook Strait ferry Aratere are continuing, Interislander general manager Thomas Davis said this morning. More >>
Aratere arrives in Wellington
Friday, 23 September 2011, 1:59 pm | The Interislander
Interislander’s Cook Strait ferry Aratere returned home to Wellington today, after a five month extension and refurbishment in Singapore. More >>
Interislander Disruptions
Thursday, 30 June 2011, 10:34 am | The Interislander
Interislander Cook Strait ferry services are being disrupted this week because of issues caused by staff illness and weather. More >>
Interislander Secures Aratere Cover
Tuesday, 22 March 2011, 3:18 pm | The Interislander
The Cook Strait ferry Aratere will leave New Zealand on April 13, after alternative capacity was secured to reduce disruption to rail, freight and passenger transport across the strait. More >>
Interislander Delays Aratere Departure
Thursday, 24 February 2011, 4:31 pm | The Interislander
The Cook Strait ferry Aratere will not be leaving for a re-fit in Singapore in mid-March as planned, and KiwiRail's Board agreed today (Thursday February 24, 2011) to delay the re-fit departure until after Easter. Interislander general manager Thomas Davis ... More >>
Interislander Ferries Offer Wi-Fi Access to the Internet
Monday, 13 December 2010, 3:06 pm | The Interislander
Wi-Fi Internet access will be available onboard Interislander ferries from Monday December 13, 2010, Interislander Product Development Manager Greg Smith said today. More >>
Interislander Keeps Kaitaki For Another 3 Years
Thursday, 24 September 2009, 11:52 am | The Interislander
Interislander has today announced the decision to renew the lease on Cook Strait Ferry Kaitaki for a further three years, keeping her in New Zealand until 2013. More >>
Interislander Launches Onboard Magazine
Saturday, 20 December 2008, 2:28 pm | The Interislander
In a move designed to enhance the passenger experience across the Cook Strait, Interislander have launched a new, glossy Onboard magazine full of traveller focussed articles. More >>
Arahura On Her Way Back From Major Refit
Monday, 1 September 2008, 2:35 pm | The Interislander
Interislander Ferry Arahura is on her way back from her major refit in Singapore. The refit will see her as a Cook Strait ferry able to offer high standards of travel for several years to come. More >>
New Tractor Investment for Interislander Ferries
Wednesday, 25 June 2008, 10:38 am | The Interislander
The first of a new fleet of 20 tow tractors has been delivered to the Interislander ferry company, a NZ$2.5 Million investment in freight handling. The new fleet will modernise the vehicles used to move unaccompanied trailers on and off the Cook Strait ... More >>
Arahura Goes for $9M Refit
Wednesday, 23 April 2008, 3:28 pm | The Interislander
Interislander ferry Arahura is going for a major refit. The $9 Million investment will see her transporting passengers, cars, commercial vehicles and rail freight on the scenic journey across the Cook Strait between Wellington and Picton for several ... More >>
Interislander Offers $39 Adult Fare
Tuesday, 1 April 2008, 1:13 pm | The Interislander
Interislander is determined to encourage more tourists to enjoy the Marlborough Sounds and so starting from tomorrow they have introduced - the Interislander Strait Escape. More >>
High Tea on the High Seas
Wednesday, 19 March 2008, 10:02 am | The Interislander
More than 60 people were treated to high tea on the high seas at a charity fundraiser aboard the Interislander ferry Kaitaki last night. More >>
