New ferries for the future

Learn more about our plans to replace the Interislander ferry fleet and redevelop facilities in Picton. Why new About the ferries? new ships

KiwiRail is progressing plans to replace the The new ferries will be bigger, cleaner and current fleet of three ferries with two new, more modern than the current ferries. The larger rail-enabled ferries from 2024. sister ships will be fitted out with modern propulsion technology that will improve Our current ferries need to be replaced due to maneuverability and reduce wake. their age and we’re planning for future growth in passenger numbers and freight volumes. Cleaner, more efficient engines will contribute to KiwiRail’s goal of reducing carbon emissions This project represents a transformational by 30% by 2030 and being carbon neutral by investment in critical infrastructure that also 2050. The Interislander currently comprises provides an iconic New Zealand experience. 40% of KiwiRail’s carbon emissions. This once-in-a-generation investment is expected to generate significant tourism, economic and environmental benefits for Scale of the new ship the whole of New Zealand. compared to a current one.

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KAITAKI 180M Project October December Early milestones 2019 2019 2020

Community Refine design after Waitohi/Picton Terminal engagement on community feedback. early design Phase two of community engagement

Pre-concept design Wellington Terminal

Start procurement New Ships process for new ships The key components of the AUCKLAND project include procuring Key features two new sister ships and upgrading both the of the project Wellington and Waitohi/ Hamilton Picton ferry terminals.

Te Kuiti The new ships will be 220 metres long, compared to the current Taumarunui The Interislander provides a 180 metres. They will crucial link for KiwiRail’s Auckland AUCKLAND provide a maximum to Christchurch freight route. Waiouru capacity of up to 45% more people and freight than the current fleet. Palmerston North While we won’t require all Ships designed to comply with this capacity immediately, Otaki existing conditions for vessel wake it gives us room to grow

in the Marlborough Sounds. Otaki WELLINGTON and meet future demand. Picton Picton WELLINGTON Blenheim Blenheim

Kaikoura Wellington and Picton terminals Kaikoura will need to be reconfigured to CHRISTCHURCH accommodate the new fleet and integrate with the local rail and roading infrastructure. CHRISTCHURCH

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Lodge resource Design Construction Construction consent complete starts complete applications

Concept Public Lodge resource Design complete Construction design consultation consent Construction complete applications starts

Issue request Contract Construction Ships for proposals to awarded starts arrive shipyards early 2021 The new terminal design: Proposals to manage community impacts

The diagram to the right shows the proposed Rail corridor layout of the new terminal and changes to Sections of the rail corridor may need to the rail corridor and roading network being be widened and could encroach closer to some considered to mitigate the impacts of the adjacent properties. In that event, we may put new ships. in place acoustic walls to reduce noise.

Port Roading The new Interislander terminal building will Bigger ships mean longer trains. A key option service both rail and ferry passengers. being considered is to build a bridge over the We’re still working through the size rail line at Dublin Street. This would allow road requirements of the new terminal and are users to avoid wait times of up to 60 minutes exploring both two and three storey options. when trains are coming on or off the ferries. The terminal will offer a modern customer An overbridge may require the closure of experience with state-of-the-art check in. Market Street meaning some people would The new wharf will be 280 metres long, have to take alternative routes and their compared to the current wharves that are journeys could be up to one minute longer. 160 metres and 186 metres long. The other significant road transport change Other works include construction of a seawall being explored is to close Broadway at the level and new jetties. The existing jetties will be crossing and create a cul-de-sac. This would demolished and we are exploring options for improve safety at the complex intersection but new jetties. increase journey times for some.

How the new Interislander ferry might appear in the new berth. Waitohi/Picton ferry precinct redevelopment

Overpass to upper Rail Possible short arm Bluebridge Primary Transition berth level linkspan turntable wharf berth Interislander berth and possible backup berth and cruise ship berth Overpass to lower level linkspan

Extended rail platform for Coastal Pacific Replacement wharf

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O RISE KAP KA SOUTH TERRACE larger ships will affect the traffic and whether Considering the further improvements are needed. Key considerations will be the access route to land transport the port, walking and cycling impacts, safety, increased wait times at level crossings and implications other impacts on journey times. The roading changes are subject to a joint transport investigation. In the next section Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency with KiwiRail of this brochure, we invite you to share your and Port Marlborough are jointly investigating views on how you travel in this area, in case the transport network adjacent to the port. The there is opportunity to improve other walking, investigation will consider how introduction of the cycling and road facilities.

Complete the feedback form on the next page have or use our interactive online platform via our website at your say www.pictonferryprecinct.co.nz Questions? Ring us at 0800 NEW FERRY (639 33779)

next After we’ve completed this public consultation, we’ll steps take on board your feedback and submit our resource consent applications.

Visit the project website at: www.pictonferryprecinct.co.nz stay Subscribe to our electronic newsletter informed Email the project team at: irex.project.team@kiwirail.co.nz Attend public open days.

Please post your completed form to: Attn: Ferry precinct feedback Port Marlborough, PO Box 111, Picton 7250 Share your views

1. Please tell us your thoughts about the plans for upgrading the Waitohi/Picton ferry precinct.

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4. What safety hazards do you think are in the area?

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5. If both the rail crossings in Waitohi/Picton were 9. If Kent Street became the main route for all blocked for up to six minutes, how might that ferry traffic, how might that affect you? affect you?

10. If Kent Street was the main ferry traffic route, how do you think it might change the way people use other streets like Dublin Street, 6. If the Dublin Street rail crossing was blocked Wairau Road and Auckland Street? for up to an hour, meaning you’d have to use the Wairau Road crossing, how might that affect you?

11. What opportunities can you think of that might help us manage effects of people, vehicles and freight moving to and from the port?

7. The option to construct a Dublin Street overbridge and close Market Street, mean some journeys will require a different route and take up to one minute longer. Tell us which option you prefer. 12. What changes would you like to see that would I support the Dublin Street overbridge option encourage you to travel on a bike, on foot or by micro-mobility means? Keep the level crossing

Other, please explain:

13. When travelling in the area in the last month/ year, please indicate how you have travelled:

8. Creating a cul-de-sac at Broadway would Walking or ​​​​​running improve safety but create longer journeys for Cycling, scootering​​ or skateboarding some. Tell us what you think of this option. Wheelchair ​​​​or mobility scooter Private car (whether as a driver or passenger) Taxi Commercial truck or van Bus