The Singapore-registered Kota Bahagia, berthed at Napier, was carrying general cargo, machinery and components when the fire broke out. All crew have been accounted for.
Harald Hendel, chief investigator of accidents at the commission, had appointed a team of two investigators for the inquiry. They were due on-site on Saturday.
“The investigation team has expert knowledge of marine operations, engineering, maintenance and electronic forensics,” Hendel said.
A fire broke out on a ship docked at Napier Port on Friday morning.
Work would include interviewing witnesses and inspecting the ship’s hold when it’s re-opened, along with its contents and other parts when safe to do so.