Tag: ferry

New CalMac Ferry Embarks on Journey from Turkish Shipyard

New CalMac Ferry Embarks on Journey from Turkish Shipyard First of Two Vessels Destined for Outer Hebrides Successfully Launched A new ferry, commissioned for Scotland's west coast ferry operator CalMac, has been successfully launched from a shipyard in Turkey. The vessel, named *Isle of Harris*, is the first of two new ferries being built overseas for the beleaguered island services…

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New Ferry for Outer Hebrides Launched in Turkey Amidst Shipbuilding Scrutiny

New Ferry for Outer Hebrides Launched in Turkey Amidst Shipbuilding Scrutiny First of Two Vessels Completes Significant Milestone in Overseas Construction A new ferry destined to serve Scotland's vital Outer Hebrides has successfully completed its launch phase at a shipyard in Turkey. The vessel, one of two ordered by Caledonian Maritime Assets (CalMac) to bolster services in the region, represents…

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New Era Dawns for Tasmania’s Maritime Link: Spirit of Tasmania IV Arrives in Hobart

New Era Dawns for Tasmania's Maritime Link: Spirit of Tasmania IV Arrives in Hobart A long-anticipated vessel signals a significant upgrade to the Bass Strait ferry service After an eight-year journey from project inception to its recent arrival in Hobart, the new Spirit of Tasmania ferry, Spirit of Tasmania IV, has finally berthed in its home port. This marks a…

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