The new journey to set sail.

Delivering safe, reliable and affordable Cook Strait ferry services for all New Zealanders by 2029

Ferry Holdings was established in March 2025 to lead the procurement and contractual negotiations with shipyards, ports, and other parties to enable the affordable delivery of two Cook Strait ferries to enter service in 2029.

Ferry Holdings Strategy 2025-2029

Delivering strong connections

News & Media Releases.

October 14, 2025

New Zealand secures major shipbuilder for new ferries

The Government, through its procuring company Ferry Holdings Limited has secured Guangzhou Shipyard International as the builder of two new...

September 3, 2025

Rail ferries enter final procurement stage

Ferry Holdings has secured the preferred supplier of two new ferries to serve passengers, road and rail for the next...

August 6, 2025

Ferry Holdings Limited Announces Appointment of New Chief Executive

Wellington, New Zealand – Ferry Holdings Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandip Ranchhod as its new Chief...