For those wanting an update on the Project Protector project, there have been a couple of articles on the problems HMNZS Canterbury has been having. The Minister of Defence has ordered a review of the acquistion process of the ship.

Court of Enquiry Findings in to the loss of RHIB in heavy weather

Radio New Zealand Interview with Minister of Defence

TV3 News Article on HMNZS Canterbury

Extended TV3 Interview with the Sectetary of Defence

On another note an brochure on a proposed OPV conference I found on the website suggests the RNZN is looking at additional roles for the OPV's. Whether it happens depends on the government I quess.