Tonga’s inter-island ferry which was taken out of service due to a rudder problem has returned to service.

The MV ʻOtuangaʻofa developed problems in June and was sent to Fiji for maintenance last month.

It is servicing the outer islands mainly Tongatapu, Vavaʻu, Haʻapai and the Niuas.

Marine authority said the vessel returned to service at 6:00pm 11 October.