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What is the current total forecast cost of the Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme, broken down by vessel construction, Wellington port infrastructure, Picton port infrastructure, programme management and contingency?

Answered Question 39669 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • What is the current total forecast cost of the Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme, broken down by vessel construction, Wellington port infrastructure, Picton port infrastructure, programme management and contingency?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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This was all announced on 17 July 2026. Ship contracts: $596 million All Picton works: $493 million All Wellington Works: $409 million Programme management and total contingencies: $426 million