Ferguson Marine said it was unable to bid to build a replacement for MV Lord of the Isles because of eligibility criteria.

A reoccurring issue with the vessel's fuel pump on the port main engine has been blamed for the current problems.

Engine problems have put an eighth CalMac ferry out of action, as the operator apologised for a "critical" shortage of ships.

CalMac's "eco-friendly" dual-fuel ferry Glen Sannox - which is capable of running on gas - has been operating solely on ...

The ferry operator said the annual cultural events were a “huge opportunity” to promote future trips and encourage visits to other islands.

CALMAC has been warned that island communities are “suffering” after one of its ferries was hit with several new faults a day ...

Three CalMac ferries are returning to service as the operator continues to work through “challenging conditions”. The latest ...

The Glen Sannox ferry is being redeployed after another CalMac vessel suffered damage and had to be withdrawn from service, with the operator’s fleet remaining in a “critical situation”. The Loch ...

MV Loch Seaforth, which sails between Ullapool and Stornoway, has a problem with the ramp at its bow.

Kirsty MacFarlane of Coll Community Council said confidence has plummeted and the mood on both islands has now changed, from ...

CalMac has apologised to passengers for an "unprecedented situation" that put seven out of its 11 main ferries out of action. Four major vessels are in overhaul while three more were out of service ...

Veteran vessel out of service again until at least Friday ...