KiwiRail has selected Siemens Energy to supply the integrated Electric Propulsion System (EPS) for Interislander’s new rail-enabled, more environmentally-friendly ferries.
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COVID vaccination proof needed for Interislander
New vaccine and testing requirements have been introduced for passengers on Interislander ferries in New Zealand.
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Boost for InterIslander srvice
KiwiRail has leased an additional freight ferry to provide capacity and resilience on Cook Strait.
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KiwiRail announces NZ Connect service
A new weekday rail service between Auckland and Christchurch is being launched to help New Zealand businesses grappling with disrupted ports and shipping lines.
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RFP begun for new, rail-enabled Interislander ferries
KiwiRail has released a request for proposal (RFP) for new Interislander ferries with 300 per cent greater capacity for freight rail wagons.
The announcement is the next step in the process of replacing
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Budget allocates $1.2bn for rail in NZ
NZ$1.2 billion ($1.11bn) has been earmarked for rail in New Zealand’s 2020 budget.
The NZ Coalition government has targeted investment in track and locomotives, as well as a replacement for the Interislander
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