Wind causes disruption across inter-isles ferry services
Strong winds have caused disruption on the Yell Sound crossing, with a single ferry in operation. Forecast gusts of up to 60mph were predicted by…
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Tunnel plans reach critical stage ahead of crunch decision this summer
Key information around tunnels plans will to be revealed at a series of public meetings next month.
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‘It’s only going to get worse’ – fewer crossings and increased demand spell trouble ahead for ferry service
The aftermath of an accident on the Unst ferry last year is set to have major implications for travel to the North Isles, councillors have
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Anger voiced over ferry timetable changes
Changes to Whalsay’s ferry timetable sparked controversy this week – causing a council U-turn on some of its sailings. Whalsay’s ferry service will operate to…
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Tuesday’s sailings not cancelled, just delayed, says Northlink
Both north and southbound ferries between Lerwick and Aberdeen this evening (Tuesday) will depart off-schedule and not stop in Orkney because of rough weather. The southbound…
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Forecast for White New Year, and ferry disruption
Forecasters have made their prediction after checking it twice – a cold turn at the weekend might bring a white New Year to Shetland after all….
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Strong winds throw ferry timetable and draw flood alert
Very strong wind and rain have disrupted ferry sailings and drawn a flood alert for the west of Shetland this weekend. 70 mile-an-hour gusts are…
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Single vessel for Fetlar and Unst in the New Year
Fetlar and Unst will have a single vessel for the first two weeks of 2025 due to “unplanned changes” in the dry-docking schedule. Both the Geira…
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UPDATED: Whalsay and Yell both down to single vessels
Whalsay’s ferry service was down to a single vessel due to the breakdown of the Hendra. The 42-year old vessel, which is the oldest of…
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More disruption on Bluemull Sound ferry service
Shetland Islands Council is advising passengers of more disruption next week to ferry services on Bluemull Sound between Yell, Unst and Fetlar, caused by staff…
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Filla to return to service on Tuesday
The inter-island ferry Filla is expected to be back in service next week following crucial engine repairs. Shetland Islands Council has confirmed the vessel will…
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NorthLink disruption expected
NorthLink has warned “adverse weather” could cause disruption to their services later this week. The Hrossey is scheduled to depart Lerwick on Friday at 5.30pm…
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NorthLink sailings cancelled
NorthLink has announced sailings both to and from Shetland have been cancelled. Passenger and freight services have been brought to a halt due to the…
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Ferry services reduced due to crew shortage
Crew shortages have forced a reduction in ferry services today (Friday) and throughout next week.
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