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Changes Coming to Our Ferry Services!</strong></span><span> </span><span
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We know how important reliable, comfortable ferry travel is
for island life \u2014 and we\u2019re making progress on replacing the
ageing fleet serving the Outer North Isles. Here\u2019s a quick
update on where things stand and what\u2019s coming next:</span></div>
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The ageing fleet is being replaced \u2014 Scottish Government
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design: 60m long, 190 passengers, space for 34 cars or 10
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accessible: lift, wheelchair spots, quiet area, play
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to work with our existing piers \u2014 no big infrastructure
changes needed</span></div>
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Out of 3 options, the<span> </span><span
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Ro-Pax</em></span><span> </span>came out on top \u2014 best for
performance, comfort & fit with current harbours.</span></div>
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Next?</strong></span><br class="html-br"
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could begin late 2025 (if funding confirmed)</span></div>
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Plans are also underway for ferry and pier upgrades for other
islands including Papa Westray, North Ronaldsay, Rousay, Hoy
& more. Designs are due by Autumn 2026 with community
engagement at the heart of the process.</span></div>
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The full briefing note is available to view on our Padlet:</span></div>
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