MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Sounds News New Picton ferry terminal build celebrated The construction of a new ferry terminal, which will usher in a new era for the Interislander fleet, was celebrated in Waitohi Picton. Local MPs, the Mayor, Councillors and other guests came together last Saturday to celebrate the start of enabling works for the new terminal. The project also includes a new terminal in Kawharawhara, Wellington, and will see the replacement of the interslander's three aging vessels with two, larger rail-enabled ferries The official event was followed by a public open day and sausage sizzle. where people had the chance to learn about the project and experience a digital 'fly through' of the concept designs for the new Waitohi Picton terminal precinct. KiwiRail's Programme Director, Stephen O'Keefe, said it was a big day for the ferry replacement project, and the community. "This ferry terminal rebuild is part of a $1.45 billion investment in infrastructure and tourism. Our plan is to work with our partners and the community to create something really special that people will love and feel proud of many years from now," Mr O'Keefe said. "The new terminal precinct and wharf are crucial for the operations of our two new ferries, which are currently being built in Korea. Not only will they have greater capacity to move people, vehicles and freight across the Cook Strait they will do so using low-emissions technology and minimise wake disruption in the Marlborough Sounds," he said. Port Marlborough Chief Executive, Rhys Welbour, said the start of construction was a significant milestone in the redevelopment project. "We're pleased to announce the start of construction in the redevelopment of the terminal area and surrounds. This significant project presents a once in a generation opportunity for our region, and reinforces Marlborough's vital position in New Zealand's supply chain for freight and passengers. "The project also adds much-needed resilience to New Zealand's north-south connection and delivers environmental benefits in terms of decarbonisation of the supply chain," Mr Welbourn said. Te Atiawa o te Waka a Maui Trust Chief Executive, Justin Carter, spoke about the legacy of the project. "When I think about the future, I think about what we will leave for the next generation. The responsibility we have now as project partners. wi, and the community to ensure that our community and people thrive now and into the future. It is what it means to be good ancestors. The Waitohi Picton terminal buildinvolves: a new terminal building, wharf, landscaped grounds and waterfront improved connections between the ferry precinct and town centre, and roading improvements in Picton design that celebrates the rich culture, environment and history of the area flood protection and future proofing for rising sea levels sensitive environmental and sustainable practice with the two new ferries expected to cut Interislander's emissions by 40 percent. Construction gets underway soon with the rail turntable being moved to make way for a bigger and better private vehicle marshalling yard. This work will be closely followed by an upgrade to the Waitoni Culvert and preparations for the construction of a new Dublin Street Overbridge. Main works for the terminal building, wharves and surrounds begins early 2023. The new ferries arrive in 2025 and 2026. CMT He krero n te Kaunihera o Wairau yfa .. in ReX (Left to Right) Chief Executive Te Atiowa o te Woka a Moul Trust Chief Executive Justin Carter, Chief Executive Port Marlborough NZ Rnys Welbour Mayor Morborough District Council John Leggett Rex Programme Director Stephen O'Keefe Members of the community learn more about the Waltohi Picton Ferry Terminal Redevelopment project The two new fries will have greater capacity to move people, vehicles and freight across the Cook Strait and will do so using low-emissions technology which will also minimise woke disruption in the Marlborough Sounds Council's Harbours team - working to ensure our waterways are safe for everyone to enjoy. Contact the Harbourmaster's Office if you need advice or information about Marlborough's harbours. 03 520 7400 | HARBOURS@MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ WWW.MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ | 03 520 7400 | 15 SEYMOUR STREET, BLENHEIM, 7201 NEW ZEALAND MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Sounds News New Picton ferry terminal build celebrated The construction of a new ferry terminal , which will usher in a new era for the Interislander fleet , was celebrated in Waitohi Picton . Local MPs , the Mayor , Councillors and other guests came together last Saturday to celebrate the start of enabling works for the new terminal . The project also includes a new terminal in Kawharawhara , Wellington , and will see the replacement of the interslander's three aging vessels with two , larger rail - enabled ferries The official event was followed by a public open day and sausage sizzle . where people had the chance to learn about the project and experience a digital ' fly through ' of the concept designs for the new Waitohi Picton terminal precinct . KiwiRail's Programme Director , Stephen O'Keefe , said it was a big day for the ferry replacement project , and the community . " This ferry terminal rebuild is part of a $ 1.45 billion investment in infrastructure and tourism . Our plan is to work with our partners and the community to create something really special that people will love and feel proud of many years from now , " Mr O'Keefe said . " The new terminal precinct and wharf are crucial for the operations of our two new ferries , which are currently being built in Korea . Not only will they have greater capacity to move people , vehicles and freight across the Cook Strait they will do so using low - emissions technology and minimise wake disruption in the Marlborough Sounds , " he said . Port Marlborough Chief Executive , Rhys Welbour , said the start of construction was a significant milestone in the redevelopment project . " We're pleased to announce the start of construction in the redevelopment of the terminal area and surrounds . This significant project presents a once in a generation opportunity for our region , and reinforces Marlborough's vital position in New Zealand's supply chain for freight and passengers . " The project also adds much - needed resilience to New Zealand's north - south connection and delivers environmental benefits in terms of decarbonisation of the supply chain , " Mr Welbourn said . Te Atiawa o te Waka a Maui Trust Chief Executive , Justin Carter , spoke about the legacy of the project . " When I think about the future , I think about what we will leave for the next generation . The responsibility we have now as project partners . wi , and the community to ensure that our community and people thrive now and into the future . It is what it means to be good ancestors . The Waitohi Picton terminal buildinvolves : a new terminal building , wharf , landscaped grounds and waterfront improved connections between the ferry precinct and town centre , and roading improvements in Picton design that celebrates the rich culture , environment and history of the area flood protection and future proofing for rising sea levels sensitive environmental and sustainable practice with the two new ferries expected to cut Interislander's emissions by 40 percent . Construction gets underway soon with the rail turntable being moved to make way for a bigger and better private vehicle marshalling yard . This work will be closely followed by an upgrade to the Waitoni Culvert and preparations for the construction of a new Dublin Street Overbridge . Main works for the terminal building , wharves and surrounds begins early 2023. The new ferries arrive in 2025 and 2026 . CMT He krero n te Kaunihera o Wairau yfa .. in ReX ( Left to Right ) Chief Executive Te Atiowa o te Woka a Moul Trust Chief Executive Justin Carter , Chief Executive Port Marlborough NZ Rnys Welbour Mayor Morborough District Council John Leggett Rex Programme Director Stephen O'Keefe Members of the community learn more about the Waltohi Picton Ferry Terminal Redevelopment project The two new fries will have greater capacity to move people , vehicles and freight across the Cook Strait and will do so using low - emissions technology which will also minimise woke disruption in the Marlborough Sounds Council's Harbours team - working to ensure our waterways are safe for everyone to enjoy . Contact the Harbourmaster's Office if you need advice or information about Marlborough's harbours . 03 520 7400 | HARBOURS@MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ WWW.MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ | 03 520 7400 | 15 SEYMOUR STREET , BLENHEIM , 7201 NEW ZEALAND