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PETD: Community event for Port Ellen Ferry Terminal Development

Islanders are invited to attend a drop-in session on proposed improvements and upgrades at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal. Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) is hosting the event on Thursday 26 Janu
SVRP: Second public webinar

We are hosting a second public webinar to share a further update on the SVRP feasibility studies
TWO NEW FERRIES FOR ISLAY REACH NEXT CONSTRUCTION MILESTONE

The construction of two new ferries for Islay reached key construction milestones this week. The first ferry in the production timeline has had its keel laid, while steel-cutting for the second vessel
Early detection of heart problems

Our generous donation was used to fund crucial cardiac screening sessions on the island.
CONTRACT TO BUILD TWO NEW VESSELS FOR THE LITTLE MINCH SIGNED

Today at Cemre shipyard in Turkey, CMAL signed the contract to build two new ferries to support the communities at Uig, Lochmaddy and Tarbert (Harris). We now enter into a 20-day period during which t
Cumbrae Ferry User Group meeting 2023

On January 10 2023, we held a meeting with the Cumbrae Ferry Users Group to update them on the project. Below is a link to the slides presented at the meeting. CFUG meeting presentation – January 2023
PREFERRED BIDDER NAMED TO BUILD TWO NEW VESSELS FOR LITTLE MINCH

The preferred bidder has been named for a contract to build two new ferries to support the communities at Uig, Lochmaddy and Tarbert (Harris). Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) intends to award th
A wheelie good way to reduce litter

Our donation to Ullapool Sea Savers has facilitated the creation of the bin clip, a device designed to keep wheelie bins securely closed and prevent waste from littering the environment.
Activities for young islanders

The Arran Youth Foundation has been able to expand its range of activities for island youth, thanks to your generous support.
LOCAL PHARMACY WINS BID FOR FORMER FERRY TERMINAL BUILDING AT BRODICK

Arran residents will soon benefit from a larger, well equipped local pharmacy as plans are laid for Arran Pharmacy Limited to transform the former terminal building. Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited
PETD: Additional wave modelling works required

Extra wave modelling work is being carried out
TARBERT (HARRIS) FERRY TERMINAL IMPROVEMENTS SCOOP ENGINEERING AWARD

Improvements to the ferry terminal at Tarbert (Harris) have won a major engineering award – before the full project is even complete. The work, led by Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL), has be
CMAL TO HOST COMMUNITY MEETINGS FOR TWO NEW VESSELS

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) is hosting a series of public meetings to update communities in Uig, Lochmaddy and Tarbert (Harris) on the two new vessels being procured for the Little Minch
DESIGN CONSULTANT APPOINTED FOR GOUROCK FERRY TERMINAL UPGRADE

Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has appointed engineering firm Mott MacDonald to complete detailed design work for the redevelopment of Gourock Ferry Terminal. The work will establish design req
With a little help from your friends

Befriending Lewis Our donations have played a crucial role in creating welcoming public spaces for those experiencing loneliness and isolation within the Western Isles. Funds have been used to enhance
Building strong foundations

Western Isles Foyer With our help, Western Isles Foyer has been able to supply ten Lifeshaper Care Packs to vulnerable young people. These packs, valued at £100 each, provide essential starter items f
GROUND INVESTIGATION WORK SET TO BEGIN AT FERRY TERMINALS

A six-week programme of ground investigation works is set to begin from Monday 24 October at Kennacraig, Port Ellen, Port Askaig and Colonsay ferry terminals. Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL)
LOCHBOISDALE LINKSPAN REPAIRS COMPLETED AHEAD OF SCHEDULE

Essential repair works on the linkspan at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal have been completed ahead of schedule on 7 October. The linkspan was closed on 24 September to enable safety critical works to rep
SVRP: Q&A from virtual public meeting

A Q&A document has been published following the community meeting
FIRST MAJOR BUILD MILESTONE FOR ISLAY FERRIES

The construction of two new ferries for Islay is officially underway after the first piece of steel was cut yesterday (3 October 2022). The steel-cutting ceremony took place at Cemre Marin Endustri sh

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