HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa

New Zealand Defence Force

The latest update on the HMNZS Manawanui response.

NZDF Senior National Representative Commodore Andrew Brown said the next phase will focus on technical monitoring, surveillance and prioritising the fuel removal process.
As the operation moves to the next phase - the removal of fuel from the HMNZS Manawanui - a number of the team are rotating in to continue work on underwater surveillance and monitoring the site.
Our operational people working on the ground have specific skillsets aligned to the next phase, including the HMNZS Matataua Dive team who continue underwater surveillance of the ship.
The NZDF-led multi agency response team are working closely with the Government of Samoa, and continue to monitor the coastal areas near the wreck of the Manawanui.
"Our people are focused on protecting the environment, while getting Operation Resolution to the next phase," Commodore Brown said.

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