NorthLink issues ferry delay warning
Passengers sailing north to Lerwick this evening (Wednesday) are expected to be delayed on arrival into the town by up to two hours. Serco NorthLink…
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‘Crisis’ at NorthLink, Labour warns
A crisis is brewing aboard NorthLink’s ferries, the Labour party’s Shetland branch has warned.
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WATCH: Swan returns with new mast
The Swan has made a welcome return to Scalloway after a brand new mast was fitted in Ullapool.
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Historic Swan ready for journey home after repairs
Repairs to the historic Swan have been completed with the vessel and her crew now making their way home to the isles. The sail training…
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WATCH: Otter film to air on National Geographic
An emotionally powerful film showcasing the relationship between a man and an otter is getting its UK premiere this month. Billy and Molly: an otter…
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The Swan set to get a new mast
The Swan will be fitted with a new main mast in the coming weeks, thanks to a new partnership. Serco NorthLink and The Swan Trust…
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Passenger airlifted from NorthLink ferry
A rescue helicopter has been scrambled to a NorthLink ferry following an incident onboard. A passenger has been airlifted from the Hjaltland after suffering from…
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NorthLink warns of travel disruption
Tomorrow’s southbound NorthLink sailing will leave Lerwick two hours earlier than scheduled. The ferry operator has advised customers of the move ahead of possible weather-related…
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Crewman airlifted to hospital
A crewman was airlifted to hospital this morning after the coastguard received a request for a medical evacuation. The man was on a vessel that…
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SIC issues latest on ferries
The inter-island ferry Bigga will is being brought back into service on Bluemull Sound following yesterday’s incident involving a cement mixer. Shetland Islands Council says…
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Papa Stour cable replacement completed
Papa Stour residents have had their electricity supply successfully switched, following the recent installation of a replacement subsea cable. Engineers working for SSEN Distribution had…
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Season ends for the Swan
The isles sail training vessel Swan has been tied up, bringing a close to the year in which it helped 140 young Shetlanders. The former…
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Marine projects to get a share of £14m in support
Marine businesses will gain a share of £14m in Scottish government support. Seven isles-based projects will benefit from the investment – including a Scalloway fisher…
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New rural affairs minister meets fishing leaders
New rural affairs minister Daniel Zeichner has visited the isles to see for himself work carried out in the fishing industry. The Minister for Food…
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