Close Up: Thursday, October 13
Published: 6:53PM Thursday October 13, 2011 Source: Close Up
- An Air Force Iroquois helicopter winches a salvage expert on to Rena – Source: NZ Defence Force
Shipping company fronts up over Rena
The owner of the Rena has apologised over the ship’s grounding and oil spill.
Tonight, however, the shipping company chartering the Rena at the time speaks to Close Up.
Mediterranean Shipping Company’s General Manager Phil Abraham joins Close Up live from Christchurch.
Rena progress report from Steven Joyce
Mark Sainsbury asks Transport Minister Steven Joyce what progress is being made about the Rena disaster.
Locals take matters into their own hands
Jehan Casinder has met residents affected by the Rena disaster are desperate to do anything to protect their piece of paradise.