Missing Vessel

A search is currently underway in Fiordland in the vicinity of Secretary Island north of Doubtful Sound in relation to an overdue commercial vessel.

There are currently no details available of the vessel or persons on board .It are believed there are two persons on the vessel.

There has been no contact with the vessel since 8.20 a.m. on 30th April 2012.

A further release will be given at 2 p.m.