To mark the launch of MV Finlaggan, CMAL have produced a commemorative brochure titled "The Sea Route to Islay - The Journey to Finlaggan". Written by CalMac Historian Ian McCrorie, the brochure charts the development of the sea route to Islay from the first paddle steamer in 1825, to the launch of new MV Finlaggan in 2011.

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CMAL wholly support David MacBrayne Group's response to the Government's Review of Coastguard services and maintain that it should focus on improving safety at sea and reducing the levels of casualties and pollution incidents in our waters, rather than the reduction of costs.

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Following recent sea trials in Gdansk, Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) will today (Wednesday 11 May) take delivery of the MV FINLAGGAN, the brand new vessel which will serve the Kennacraig to Islay route.

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CMAL has been made aware that a mains sewerage pipe has failed in the vicinity of Tobermory Ferry Terminal, Isle of Mull, which has resulted in some minor discharge into the water surrounding the terminal. Although full responsibility for the incident and repair rests solely with Scottish Water, CMAL will closely monitor progress and make a further statement in due course if required. We must stress that there is no adverse impact on ferry services from the terminal.

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CMAL are pleased to announce that the new berthing dolphin at Kennacraig was opened for operation on Wednesday 27th April 2011. As well as the dolphin being opened, the south berth and linkspan were also re-opened in time for the evening sailing from Port Askaig to Kennacraig.

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