
PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY
Crew could be seen standing on the foredeck as the vessel, which had left port at 4pm on Thursday, returned to the port’s X/Y sheds.
A Port Otago spokesman said the ship had experienced mechanical issues after passing beyond Taiaroa Head.
It was able to return to its berth under its own power, the tug standing ready to provide assistance if required.











