HMNZS Otago Back on the Blue

20 Agustus 2026

HMNZS Otago P-148, Offshore Patrol Vessel (photos: RNZN)

For the first time in over five years, our Offshore Patrol Vessel HMNZS Otago sailed from Devonport Naval Base today.

For the next week, Otago will be undertaking a series of Sea Acceptance Trials in the Hauraki Gulf as it tests new systems and machinery installed as part of its reactivation.

Once those have been successfully checked off, our Maritime Training Group will embark to conduct a core mariner skills work-up with the ship’s company to ensure they are prepared for more advanced training in September.

This is the moment a lot of people have worked towards for well over 12 months. 

“Otago last went to sea in 2021 so sailing out into the Waitemata Harbour today with a 56-strong ship’s company will be something special. Otago is a versatile ship, tailor made for the tasks we’ll shortly be conducting in the Pacific region." ~ Commanding Officer of HMNZS Otago. 

(RNZN)

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