• NZDF Senior National Representative Commodore Andrew Brown said the next phase will focus on technical monitoring, surveillance and prioritising the fuel removal process.
• As the operation moves to the next phase – the removal of fuel from the HMNZS Manawanui – a number of the team are rotating in to continue work on underwater surveillance and monitoring the site.
• Our operational people working on the ground have specific skillsets aligned to the next phase, including the HMNZS Matataua Dive team who continue underwater surveillance of the ship.
• The NZDF-led multi agency response team are working closely with the Government of Samoa, and continue to monitor the coastal areas near the wreck of the Manawanui.
• “Our people are focused on protecting the environment, while getting Operation Resolution to the next phase,” Commodore Brown said.

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