New Zealand

KiwiRail first major operator to adopt Viking LifeCraft

29th June 2023 | The Naval Architect - News, Equipment

The Viking LifeCraft system is due to be installed on its first series of newbuild vessels. The system will serve as the main evacuation solution onboard the new diesel electric hybrid Interislander ferry fleet operated by KiwiRail to connect the two main islands of New Zealand KiwiRail ferries has provided a connection for 800,000 annual […]

Ireland purchases inshore patrol vessels from New Zealand

19th May 2022 | Warship Technology - News, Naval & Patrol

The Republic of Ireland is acquiring two decommissioned Lake-class inshore patrol vessels (IPVs) from New Zealand as part of wider plans to modernise and rebalance the Irish Naval Service fleet. Separately, the Irish government has reaffirmed its plans to proceed with the acquisition of a new Multi Role Vessel (MRV) able to deliver a flexible […]