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Kangaroo Island Ferry Service News

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Latest news on the commencement of the new Kangaroo Island Ferry Service in 2025.

  • Take a glimpse inside the new Kangaroo Island ferries

    A preview of the future of ferry travel to Kangaroo Island with a virtual fly-through of our new ferries and a glimpse of what passengers can expect on board the new service.
  • 2025 Kangaroo Island Ferry Service Progress Update – January 2025

    SeaLink SA shares an update on the construction of the two new ferries with a detailed discussion and look at the construction progress.
  • Transitioning to the new Kangaroo Island ferries

    SeaLink SA shares the timeline and phased approach for transitioning to the new service in 2025.
  • 2025 Kangaroo Island Ferry Service - Shore-based Infrastructure Update

    An update on SeaLink’s shore-based infrastructure works at Cape Jervis to accommodate the two new larger ferries before the commencement of the Kangaroo Island Ferry Service.
  • New Kangaroo Island Ferry Service Schedule Released

    We are thrilled to announce the new Kangaroo Island Ferry Service schedule, commencing after the introduction of the two new ferries in 2025.
  • New Kangaroo Island Ferry Service - Upcoming Construction at Cape Jervis Port

    We're excited to share that construction of SeaLink's new 60m drive-through ferries is progressing well. SeaLink will be leading specific construction activities at Cape Jervis that are set to begin …
  • New ferry names revealed!

    We are thrilled to announce the names of the two new ferries for the Kangaroo Island Ferry Service, set to commence in early 2025!
  • New Kangaroo Island Ferry Service Progress Update - March 2024

    We are excited to continue to share with you progress updates on the construction of the two new larger vessels for the new Kangaroo Island Ferry Service commencing in early 2025.
  • New Kangaroo Island Ferry Service Progress Update - September 2023

    After a recent visit to the shipyard (July 2023), we are proud to share with you the progress of the construction of the two new $57 million Kangaroo Island Ferry Service vessels. Since the keels of …
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    1000 names received to help name new Kangaroo Island ferries

    Over 1000 names from 600 entries have been received from Kangaroo Island locals and the South Australian community to help SeaLink name the two new larger vessels for the Kangaroo Island Ferry Servic…
  • New Kangaroo Island Ferry Service Progress Update

    As we move towards the new Kangaroo Island Ferry Service, we will be providing you with regular video updates from SeaLink General Manager, South Australia, Tracy Croft to keep you informed of the la…
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    SeaLink invites locals to help name the new Kangaroo Island ferries

    After winning the South Australian Government’s tender in late 2021 to provide the Kangaroo Island Ferry Service, SeaLink is investing $57 million to build two new larger vehicle ferries expected to …
  • SeaLink set to service Kangaroo Island for over 50 years with contract renewal

    SeaLink Marine & Tourism (SeaLink), part of the ASX-listed Kelsian Group, will deliver certainty for Kangaroo Island residents, businesses and visitors by ensuring the continuous operation of saf…