SVRP Phase 2: Public engagement events planned across the Outer Hebrides
Following the public engagement events held in January 2025, CMAL is hosting a further series of in-person sessions across the Outer Hebrides. Updates will include the new vessels’ concept design and progress made on hull form optimisation, as well as key milestone dates and estimated delivery of these vessels planned for deployment in the Sound of Barra and the Sound of Harris.
Representatives from CMAL, CalMac, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, and Transport Scotland will attend the events planned from Monday, 22 September, to Friday, 26 September. During the meetings, attendees will have the opportunity to share their views and comments, as well as ask questions.
| Date | Location | Event Venue | Event Time | Event Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 22 September 2025 | Barra | Northbay Hall Northbay Isle of Barra HS9 5YQ |
18:30–20:30 | This event is a drop-in session. Please feel free to come along at any time convenient to you within the time window. |
| Tuesday, 23 September 2025 | Eriskay | Eriskay Community Hall Eriskay Community Hall Office Isle of South Uist HS8 5JJ |
15:30–18:30 | This event is a drop-in session. Please feel free to come along at any time convenient to you within the time window. |
| Wednesday, 24 September 2025 | Stornoway (event for hauliers and contractors) |
An Lanntair, Harbour Room Kenneth Street Stornoway HS1 2DS |
13:00–14:00 | This event is intended for hauliers and contractors. This is a drop-in session. Please feel free to come along at any time convenient to you within the time window. |
| Wednesday, 24 September 2025 | Tarbert | Tarbert Community Centre Pier Rd Tarbert Isle of Harris HS3 3DG |
16:00–19:00 | This event is a drop-in session. Please feel free to come along at any time convenient to you within the time window. |
| Thursday, 25 September 2025 | Lochmaddy | Lochmaddy Community Hall Lochmaddy Isle of North Uist HS6 5AE |
15:30–18:30 | This event is a drop-in session. Please feel free to come along at any time convenient to you within the time window. |
Following these events, all materials presented will be published on our website, and all questions asked will be recorded in our Q&A document.
We look forward to seeing you at the events.
Unable to attend an event in person? Please submit your questions and comments to our project team at any time by emailing svrp@cmassets.co.uk.
For more information about the Small Vessel Replacement Programme’s first and second phases, including the associated port infrastructure works, please visit cmassets.co.uk/svrp.
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