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The tag 'mothballed ferry' covers the storage of newly built ferries that are not yet in service, as seen with the Spirit of Tasmania IV ferry being stored at Leith, Scotland. The Tasmanian government provides regular updates on the ferry replacement project, indicating that the vessel will remain mothballed for extended periods. This tag is relevant for discussions about ferry construction delays, logistical challenges, and government project management related to mothballed ferries.
  1. whoosh

    NEWS Spirit of Tasmania IV ferry enters second month of storage at Leith, Scotland

    The newly built Spirit of Tasmania IV will continue to be stored in a Scottish port for at least another month. The Tasmanian government made the announcement in its regular update of the Spirit of Tasmania ferry replacement project. Scottish mothballing of Tasmanian ferry continues :razz:
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