HMNZS Manawanui update
Royal New Zealand Navy
6 October 2024, 8.30am
Attributable to Maritime Component Commander, Commodore Shane Arndell.
The 75 crew and passengers on board HMNZS Manawanui have made it to safety in Samoa after the ship grounded near the southern coast of Upolu. They are being supported in Samoa or on supporting vessels.
The incident occurred on Saturday evening while the ship was conducting a reef survey. The 75 left the ship in life rafts and sea boats after the ship grounded.
The New Zealand Defence Force worked closely with Maritime New Zealand's Rescue Coordination Centre (RCCNZ) which coordinated rescue efforts.
Several vessels responded and assisted in rescuing crew and passengers.
A Royal New Zealand Air Force P-8A Poseidon was also deployed.
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.
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