25 September 2008
The Argentinian Tall Sail Ship ARA LIBERTAD with her ship’s company of 220 will be berthed at Queen’s Wharf, Wellington from Monday 29 September until her departure on Sunday 5 October 2008.
The purpose of the ship’s visit is to strengthen bilateral relationships between the two countries and two Navies, and to make official calls.
During the visit, the Commanding Officer of ARA LIBERTAD, Captain Juan Jose Iglesias will be calling on the Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral David Ledson and the Deputy Mayor of Wellington, Mr Ian McKinnon.
The ship will also be holding official functions for invited guests.
Media are welcome to attend the following events:
Sunday 28 September
ARA Libertad will sail into Wellington Harbour and anchor off Soames Island at approximately 10.00am (possible photo op/weather shot).
Monday 29 September
ARA LIBERTAD will sail from Soames Island and berth at Queen’s Wharf at 10.00am. The Argentinian Ambassador will meet the ship at the wharf.
Ship is open to the public 2.00pm-6.00pm
Tuesday 30 September
The Commanding Officer and Ship’s Company will arrive at the National War Memorial, Buckle Street, to lay a wreath at 10.00am.
Ship is open to the public 2.00pm-6.00pm
Thursday 2 October
Ship open to the public from 2.00 – 6.00pm
Friday 3 October
Ship open to the public from 2.00 – 6.00pm
Saturday 4 October
Ship open to the public from 2.00 – 6.00pm
Sunday 5 October
ARA LIBERTAD sails.
For further information please contact Elizabeth Lincoln, Assistant Public Relations Manager (Navy) on 496 0271 or 021 888 649.