Fire crews race to Auckland Ferry Terminal after reports of smoke in ferry engine room

Fire crews were called to Auckland's Downtown Ferry Terminal following reports of smoke coming from a vessel. Photo / Cameron Pitney

Fire crews raced to Auckland’s downtown ferry terminal this evening after reports of a fire on a ferry.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand told the Herald crews were called about 8.06pm.

“We sent four trucks, and upon arrival, we found smoke coming from the vessel’s engine room,” the shift manager said.

“The ferry was berthed upon arrival and all persons were accounted for.”

The shift manager said the cause of the smoke was a high-pressure diesel line leak.

“The leaking diesel dripped onto a hot part of the engine causing the smoke.

“Fire crews have left the ship with the engineers for investigation.”

A Fullers spokesperson said its crew “acted immediately in response to the situation” and “followed established safety protocols”.

“We commend our crew for their calm, composed and skilled response which helped ensure the wellbeing and safety of all on board.

“All passengers and crew are safe. We wish to thank the passengers for their cooperation with Fullers360’s crew.”

Fullers said it is now liaising with Maritime New Zealand.

“While this process is underway, we will not be providing any further information at this time.”

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