New problems with Spirit ferries delay arrival in Tasmania again

New problems with Spirit ferries delay arrival in Tasmania again

Both of Tasmania's brand new Bass Strait ferries have "technical issues" with their LNG systems and their departure for Australia will be delayed, the government has said.

LNG system ills stop Spirits

Dale Crisp TECHNICAL ISSUES with the LNG fuelling system on newbuild sister ropaxes Spirit of Tasmania IV and Spirit of Tasmania V will further delay both vessels’ departure for their home state. Spirit IV had been due to depart its lay-up berth in Leith, Scotland for Hobart yesterday, with local reports indicating plenty of on-board activity including the activation of generators ensuring shore power was no longer required. Eric Abetz, Minister…

More delays for new Spirit of Tasmania vessels

Plans to bring the Spirit of Tasmania IV home have been delayed.

Further drama for troubled new Bass Strait ferries

Technical issues have been identified on two new Bass Strait Spirit of Tasmania ferries already plagued by delays and cost blowouts.