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A passenger-only service making swift crossings from Gourock on the mainland across the Clyde to the beautiful village of Kilcreggan and the spectacular Rosneath peninsula, the MV Chieftain has been a vital part of the local infrastructure since coming into service in 2007.
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Free wi-fi is available for all customers.
Pets are welcome on board.
There is a defibrillator on board. If a person is in cardiac arrest please contact a member of staff who will provide this. CPR should be done until you can get a defibrillator. Find out more at the British Heart Foundation.
At a length of less than 20 metres, the MV Chieftain is a nimble vessel – allowing for swift crossing across the Clyde.
| Gross tons | 54.16 |
|---|---|
| Length | 19.5m |
| Breadth | 6.2m |
| Draught | 2.8m |
| Builders | Voyager Boatyard, Millbrook, near Plymouth |
| Built | 2007 |
