Mariners warned as seabed sampling begins in Lerwick Harbour
Mariners have been warned to take care around Lerwick Harbour as seabed samples are being taken. Beginning today (Monday), the samples will be collected for…
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Largest cruise vessel of tourist season delays maiden call
The visit of the largest cruise ship of this year’s tourist season has been cancelled, delaying her maiden visit to Lerwick Harbour. MSC Virtuosa was…
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Underground salmon farm is proposed
An underground salmon farm could be developed in Shetland by a Norwegian company. Norwegian Mountain Salmon (NMS) is behind plans to grow thousands of tonnes…
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Isles MP urges for action in maritime safety debate
Isles MP Alistair Carmichael has urged for action to be taken ahead of leading a debate on maritime safety in parliament today (Wednesday). Mr Carmichael…
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UPDATE: Copious refloated after distress call
The fishing vessel Copious LK985 has been refloated and helped alongside, after Coastguard and lifeboat crews responded to a distress call in Lerwick Harbour today…
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RNLI recruits two new crew members
Lerwick RNLI has recruited two new members of crew, including a full-time mechanic. Paul Hutchison and his partner Emily Hague have joined the Lerwick lifeboat…
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Sailing ship visits Lerwick ahead of extensive upgrade
The Norwegian sail training ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl has made her first visit to the isles this year. Berthed at Victori Peir, the German-built three-masted barque…
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RNLI volunteers to mark 200th anniversary at event in London
Members of both Aith and Lerwick lifeboat station crews will today (Monday) attend a thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey to mark the 200th anniversary of…
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Lerwick returned to ‘normal operations’, port chief says
Record levels of activity were seen across several areas of operation last year, according to the Lerwick Port Authority as it emerged from the Covid-19…
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Wednesday sailings cancelled
Sailings of the passenger vessels to and from Lerwick tomorrow evening (Wednesday) have been cancelled. NorthLink announced the early cancellations for north and southbound passengers…
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Father and son to feature in parliament exhibition
A father and son are set to take centre stage in a national exhibition which highlights fishing pioneers and the dangerous “misconceptions” facing the industry.
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Encouraging signs for 2024, says LPA chief executive
An encouraging 2023 has given confidence to Lerwick Port Authority’s (LPA) chief executive, with new opportunities looming in the new year. New figures released by…
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Tall ships organiser scoops prestigious award
The firm behind the organisation of the Tall Ships Races in Lerwick this year has gained special recognition in the Scottish Enterprise Awards. Realta Events…
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Industry welcomes major fish quota increases
Fishermen have welcomed widespread quota increases next year, which the industry says reflects the health of the seas around the isles. Following scientific advice, government…
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