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CalMac provides update on Islay and Arran services and sets date for new summer timetables

CalMac has announced a temporary update on services for Islay and Arran to provide certainty to communities and customers using the routes.

CalMac provides update on Islay and Arran services and sets date for new summer timetables: Find out more

CalMac welcomes productive summit on ferry service

CalMac's ongoing commitment to providing a reliable and resilient ferry service has been reiterated by chief executive Robbie Drummond at a meeting with community representatives.

CalMac welcomes productive summit on ferry service: Find out more

CalMac services to and from Uig to resume

Highland Council has confirmed that Uig Harbour will reopen on Friday 22 December 2023 following completion of its infrastructure works.

CalMac services to and from Uig to resume: Find out more

CalMac announces summer 2024 timetables

CalMac has announced that its summer timetables for 2024 will be available to view on its website from 11 January, with bookings opening on a phased approach between 18 January and 12 February.

CalMac announces summer 2024 timetables : Find out more

Future mariners join CalMac's Modern Apprentice programme

The latest future mariners to be selected for CalMac's popular Modern Apprenticeship programme have started their maritime journey.

Future mariners join CalMac's Modern Apprentice programme: Find out more

CalMac documentary gets a second series

Following the success of series one of Island Crossings, the BBC's eight-part documentary about Caledonian MacBrayne, we are delighted to confirm that a second series has been commissioned.

CalMac documentary gets a second series : Find out more

Key commercial customer wins big travel award - and credits CalMac for its success

One of our key commercial customers, McKinlay Kidd, has won "Best Specialist Tour Operator" in The Telegraph Travel Awards 2023.

Key commercial customer wins big travel award - and credits CalMac for its success : Find out more

MV Hebridean Isles to remain off service

MV Hebridean Isles is to remain off service up to and including 24 August 2023 following unsuccessful attempts to fix manoeuvrability issues with the vessel.

MV Hebridean Isles to remain off service: Find out more

CalMac award of LNG supply tender

Molgas Energy UK Ltd have been awarded the contract to supply and deliver Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for the two new dual-fuel vessels, MV Glen Sannox and Hull 802 currently under construction at Fergusons Yard.

CalMac award of LNG supply tender: Find out more

Update on CalMac's new booking and ticketing platform

CalMac apologises for issues experienced by its customers since the launch of its new booking and ticketing platform on Wednesday 17 May and reassures customers that these will be resolved.

Update on CalMac's new booking and ticketing platform: Find out more

MV Alfred is expected to begin a nine-month charter with CalMac from Thursday 27 April.

Pentland Ferries has announced that MV Pentalina will return to service on Wednesday morning, releasing MV Alfred from the Pentland Firth.

MV Alfred is expected to begin a nine-month charter with CalMac from Thursday 27 April.: Find out more

CalMac apprenticeship scheme opens for applications

CalMac has today launched a recruitment drive to find Scotland's best seagoing apprentice candidates.

CalMac apprenticeship scheme opens for applications: Find out more

CalMac announces launch date of new ticketing and booking platform

CalMac has announced that its new booking and ticketing platform will go live across its port and ferry network on Tuesday 25th April 2023.

CalMac announces launch date of new ticketing and booking platform: Find out more

Campbeltown students empowered to secure foodbank funds by CalMac

A group of S2 students from Campbeltown Grammar School secured £3000 for Kintyre Foodbank thanks to an impactful and thought-provoking Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) Showcase.

Campbeltown students empowered to secure foodbank funds by CalMac: Find out more

Delay in return to service of MV Caledonian Isles

Emergent work on one of Arran's main vessels has meant that her time off service in annual maintenance must be extended.

Delay in return to service of MV Caledonian Isles: Find out more

Mallaig summer timetables now open for bookings

CalMac will open summer 2023 timetable bookings for its three Mallaig routes at 2pm today (Friday 27 January) for the period of 31 March - 15 October.

Mallaig summer timetables now open for bookings: Find out more

CalMac Summer 2023 timetables open for bookings on 20 January

CalMac has announced that summer 2023 timetables (31 March - 15 October) will be available to view and to book from this week, now that Transport Scotland has announced the 2023 fare levels.

CalMac Summer 2023 timetables open for bookings on 20 January : Find out more

Troon freight service announced

CalMac has introduced freight only sailings between Troon and Arran, to provide support to the island.

Troon freight service announced: Find out more

Uig Harbour closure January 2023 - final details

CalMac customers are being reminded of service arrangements when Uig Harbour is closed between 16 January 2023 - 13 March 2023 by The Highland Council for planned upgrades.

Uig Harbour closure January 2023 - final details: Find out more

CalMac Community Fund deadline extended to 13 January!

The deadline for charities and local groups to apply to the CalMac Community Fund has been extended.

CalMac Community Fund deadline extended to 13 January!: Find out more

CalMac partnership continues to support local pupils

CalMac is celebrating three years of sharing skills with local students through a scheme designed to benefit local charities and tackle social issues.

CalMac partnership continues to support local pupils: Find out more

Modern apprentices set sail with CalMac

A fleet of young people are starting their maritime career on the CalMac Modern Apprenticeship Programme.

Modern apprentices set sail with CalMac: Find out more

Report highlights social and economic benefits of the ferry service

The social and economic benefits of ferry services across Scotland's west coast have been highlighted in an independent report.

Report highlights social and economic benefits of the ferry service: Find out more

Winter timetables 2022/23 to be published

CalMac customers are being advised that the winter timetable for 2022/23 has now been finalised following approval by Transport Scotland and Ministers.

Winter timetables 2022/23 to be published: Find out more

Uig Harbour closure - plans

Changes to ferry services during the planned closure of Uig harbour were announced on 2 September 2022. The statement below by the project partners: the Highland Council (owner of Uig) Transport Scotland, CalMac Ferries Ltd and Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd; provides the details about the works as well as information links.

Uig Harbour closure - plans: Find out more

CalMac Community Fund makes a difference in Largs

Groups in Largs have benefited from awards made by the CalMac Community Fund.

CalMac Community Fund makes a difference in Largs: Find out more

Temporary plans to cover MV Hebrides disruption announced

CalMac has announced temporary plans for passengers affected by the current MV Hebrides disruption.

Temporary plans to cover MV Hebrides disruption announced: Find out more

Disruption on MV Hebrides

CalMac's Managing Director has issued a statement regarding the suspicious package found onboard MV Hebrides on Thursday afternoon.

Disruption on MV Hebrides: Find out more

Extra sailings to and from Mull this summer

The latest addition to the CalMac fleet will be running extra sailings to and from Mull this summer.

Extra sailings to and from Mull this summer: Find out more

Students secure funding for Western Isles' charities

Students from Sir E Scott and Sgoil Lionacleit secured an award of £3000 for Western Isles Women's Aid and Western Isles Cancer Care Initiative through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI).

Students secure funding for Western Isles' charities : Find out more

MV Loch Frisa begins service

MV Loch Frisa officially began carrying passengers on the Oban-Craignure route today.

MV Loch Frisa begins service: Find out more

MV Loch Frisa to enter Mull service

CalMac has today announced that subject to successful trials, MV Loch Frisa will enter service on the Oban-Craignure route in mid-June.

MV Loch Frisa to enter Mull service : Find out more

MV Hebrides returning to normal service

Repairs to MV Hebrides have been completed successfully and she will return to normal service tomorrow morning (Monday 23 May).

MV Hebrides returning to normal service: Find out more

MV Lord of the Isles to be temporarily withdrawn from service

MV Lord of the Isles will be withdrawn from service on Tuesday 17 May to allow for essential planned repairs to be carried out to her drencher system. This means that the Mallaig-Lochboisdale service will be suspended for an estimated eight days.

MV Lord of the Isles to be temporarily withdrawn from service: Find out more

Uist and Barra groups benefit from CalMac Community Fund

Groups in Uist and Barra have benefited from awards made by the CalMac Community Fund.

Uist and Barra groups benefit from CalMac Community Fund: Find out more

More charities benefit from Perth Harbour Community Fund

Groups using the River Tay to support people's health and wellbeing have been presented with awards from the Perth Harbour Community Fund.

More charities benefit from Perth Harbour Community Fund: Find out more

CalMac confirms October start date for major new digital ticketing and reservations system

The UK's largest ferry operator, CalMac, has announced today (Thursday 21 April) that a new digital ticketing and reservations system is to be introduced across its network in October.

CalMac confirms October start date for major new digital ticketing and reservations system: Find out more

Inverclyde Academy secures funding for Action for Children

Students from Inverclyde Academy have secured an award of £3000 for Action for Children through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI).

Inverclyde Academy secures funding for Action for Children: Find out more

CalMac says "no ifs, no butts" to smoking litter

CalMac is urging passengers to stub out smoking litter with the help of the artistic talents of an Ullapool schoolgirl.

CalMac says "no ifs, no butts" to smoking litter: Find out more

CalMac donation helps tackle digital poverty in Greenock

Ferry operator CalMac has donated 55 laptops to a Greenock project which is working to reduce digital poverty and social isolation across Inverclyde.

CalMac donation helps tackle digital poverty in Greenock: Find out more

Uig Harbour consultation - further date announced

Following community feedback regarding the latest phase of consultations on options being considered to maintain services throughout the Highland Council closure of Uig Harbour, CalMac has announced an additional session.

Uig Harbour consultation - further date announced: Find out more

Statement regarding P&O Ferries

CalMac's Managing Director Robbie Drummond has issued a statement regarding P&O Ferries:

Statement regarding P&O Ferries: Find out more

Highland Council closure of Uig Harbour - community consultation announced

Following Highland Council's announcement regarding the closure of Uig Harbour, CalMac is hosting another phase of community consultation events.

Highland Council closure of Uig Harbour - community consultation announced: Find out more

Temporary closure of Arran Berth announced by Peel Ports

Peel Ports has announced that it will be temporarily closing the Arran berth in Ardrossan Harbour next month for essential work.

Temporary closure of Arran Berth announced by Peel Ports: Find out more

Barra food bank secures £3,000 thanks to local pupils

Barra pupils have earned £3000 for the Uist and Barra Foodbank after winning a competition supported by CalMac.

Barra food bank secures £3,000 thanks to local pupils: Find out more

All aboard CalMac for Dolan's 100th birthday

CalMac has granted a 100th birthday wish for a Skye-based retired seaman to be captain for the day.

All aboard CalMac for Dolan's 100th birthday: Find out more

St Columba's students secure funding for Starter Packs Inverclyde

Students from St Columba's High School in Gourock have secured an award of £3000 for Starter Packs Inverclyde through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI).

St Columba's students secure funding for Starter Packs Inverclyde : Find out more

CalMac essential services timetable comes to an end

CalMac's essential services timetable is ending thanks to a noticeable decrease in covid-related absences amongst staff.

CalMac essential services timetable comes to an end: Find out more

CalMac services remain affected by covid absence

The current rapid spread of covid continues to affect CalMac with more than 20% of staff now absent.

CalMac services remain affected by covid absence: Find out more

CalMac announces temporary essential services timetable 

CalMac has announced temporary changes to several timetables from Monday 3 January to cope with covid-related staff absence.

CalMac announces temporary essential services timetable : Find out more

Nicolson Institute students secure funding for Western Isles Women's Aid

Students from the Nicolson Institute have secured an award of £3000 for Western Isles Women's Aid through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI).

Nicolson Institute students secure funding for Western Isles Women's Aid: Find out more

CalMac seeking community views on Uig Harbour works

CalMac is hosting a series of public consultation and engagement meetings next week to gather feedback on the proposed temporary changes to timetables during the closure of Uig Harbour.

CalMac seeking community views on Uig Harbour works: Find out more

CalMac launches half price bus trips for local schools

Discounted ferry fares for schools taking pupils to extra-curricular activities will be launched this week.

CalMac launches half price bus trips for local schools: Find out more

CalMac Community Fund - here to help you

Time is running out for West Coast non-profit organisations to make applications to the CalMac Community Fund, which helps those most in need across by making awards to local organisations to benefit people living across the ferry operator's network.

CalMac Community Fund - here to help you: Find out more

Welcome aboard to CalMac's Modern Apprentices

A fleet of young people from across the west coast are celebrating after successfully graduating from the CalMac Modern Apprenticeship Programme.

Welcome aboard to CalMac's Modern Apprentices: Find out more

CalMac announces annual overhaul timetable

CalMac's annual programme to maintain its fleet has been announced.

CalMac announces annual overhaul timetable: Find out more

CalMac urges passengers to wear face coverings

As cases of covid continue to rise in Scotland, CalMac passengers are being urged to comply with regulations and wear face coverings when travelling on ferries.

CalMac urges passengers to wear face coverings: Find out more

Changes to CalMac service this week

CalMac passengers are being made aware that temporary changes will be made to the ferry service next week to allow for MV Hebrides to be repaired.

Changes to CalMac service this week: Find out more

Capacity changes on CalMac as Covid restrictions lift

CalMac has confirmed changes to capacities on its ferries following the First Minister's announcement that Scotland was moving beyond Level 0.

Capacity changes on CalMac as Covid restrictions lift : Find out more

Perth Harbour helps tackle local issues

Perth non-profit groups working to alleviate social issues locally have welcomed awards from the Perth Harbour Community Fund.

Perth Harbour helps tackle local issues: Find out more

Board members sought for David MacBrayne Ltd

Exciting opportunities to help guide the UK's leading ferry and port company have become available.

Board members sought for David MacBrayne Ltd: Find out more

Barra and Benbecula pupils secure funding for local projects

Pupils from Barra and Benbecula have raised thousands of pounds for local causes, thanks to a national community empowerment programme.

Barra and Benbecula pupils secure funding for local projects: Find out more

CalMac helps Harris pupils secure Action for Children funding

Budding young philanthropists from Harris have won £3,000 for charity thanks to a partnership with CalMac and the Volunteer Centre Western Isles.

CalMac helps Harris pupils secure Action for Children funding: Find out more

CalMac helps Mull community garden to bloom

A community garden on Mull aiming to improve the well being of residents will continue to bloom after receiving a boost from ferry operator CalMac.

CalMac helps Mull community garden to bloom: Find out more

MV Loch Seaforth - investigation into breakdown

Investigations into the breakdown of the Loch Seaforth that led to disruption across the CalMac network are nearing completion.

MV Loch Seaforth - investigation into breakdown: Find out more

Community voices sought for west coast ferry board

West coast residents are being given an exciting opportunity to have their say in how their ferry service is run.

Community voices sought for west coast ferry board : Find out more

The MV Loch Seaforth returns to service

Sea trials on the MV Loch Seaforth have been successful and the vessel will return to service this evening (Monday 31 May) as planned.

The MV Loch Seaforth returns to service: Find out more

Perth Harbour boosts Scottish economy by £5m

Business activities at Perth Harbour are helping to contribute £5.5m to the Scottish economy as well as a total of 74 jobs nationally, according to an in-depth economic study.

Perth Harbour boosts Scottish economy by £5m: Find out more

Planned return of the MV Loch Seaforth

Essential repairs to the MV Loch Seaforth continue to progress well and plans are being finalised for her return to service.

Planned return of the MV Loch Seaforth: Find out more

MV Loch Seaforth - latest update

Ongoing repairs to the MV Loch Seaforth have revealed further issues which will require attention before the vessel can return to service.

MV Loch Seaforth - latest update: Find out more

CGS star pupils secure £3,000 for local charity

Budding philanthropists from Campbeltown Grammar School are celebrating after their top presentation skills won £3,000 for local charity, the Mairi Semple Fund.

CGS star pupils secure £3,000 for local charity: Find out more

Perth Harbour launches Community Fund

A pioneering scheme that offers support to the most vulnerable and disadvantaged has been launched by harbour bosses in Perth.

Perth Harbour launches Community Fund: Find out more

MV Loch Seaforth suspension update - services disrupted

The MV Isle of Arran will be temporarily taking over the overnight freight run on the Stornoway-Ullapool route from Wednesday 21 April.

MV Loch Seaforth suspension update - services disrupted: Find out more

CalMac helps tackle social issues

Projects tackling social issues arising from COVID-19 in west coast communities have been awarded funding from the CalMac Community Fund.

CalMac helps tackle social issues : Find out more

CalMac commitment to communities is rewarded

The UK's largest ferry operator CalMac has earned a top award for its commitment to generating social value for its local communities.

CalMac commitment to communities is rewarded: Find out more

Loose freight consultation deferred for six months

CalMac has deferred a review of the loose freight service it provides to Arran, Bute, Cumbrae and Raasay for six months.

Loose freight consultation deferred for six months: Find out more

Summer timetable is launched

CalMac has announced that the summer 2021 ferry timetable will be launched this week.

Summer timetable is launched: Find out more

Book ahead if travelling this Christmas

Passengers travelling on the ferry network across Scotland's west coast this Christmas are being urged to plan ahead.

Book ahead if travelling this Christmas: Find out more

Technology donation helps grow digital skills in Inverclyde

More than 100 laptops have been donated to Inverclyde causes by CalMac as part of the company's commitment to supporting communities and reducing waste.

Technology donation helps grow digital skills in Inverclyde: Find out more

CalMac first UK ferry operator to receive infection control accolade

CalMac is the first ferry operator in the UK to receive a top industry verification for its infection risk management processes.

CalMac first UK ferry operator to receive infection control accolade: Find out more

A clean sweep for CalMac in environmental awards

Keep Scotland Beautiful has recognised CalMac's commitment to protecting the environment with a host of awards.

A clean sweep for CalMac in environmental awards: Find out more

Barra children making music thanks to CalMac

Barra and Vatersay's musical culture has been brought to life for the island's aspiring musicians, thanks to CalMac's Community Fund.

Barra children making music thanks to CalMac: Find out more

CalMac campaigns win top marketing awards

Advertising campaigns launched to raise awareness of CalMac and to attract passengers have landed top industry awards for its marketing team.

CalMac campaigns win top marketing awards: Find out more

CalMac puts staff mental health on the agenda

A fleet of CalMac employees has been trained to support colleagues who may be struggling with mental health issues.

CalMac puts staff mental health on the agenda: Find out more

Calmac Community Fund offers a social space to Bute youngsters

Young people on the Isle of Bute using a youth club funded by CalMac have described it as "brilliant" and "the best part of the week".

Calmac Community Fund offers a social space to Bute youngsters: Find out more

Tribute paid to CalMac's hardworking staff

CalMac staff have been personally thanked for their commitment and dedication to passengers and colleagues during the covid pandemic by Stuart McMillan MSP.

Tribute paid to CalMac's hardworking staff: Find out more

Royal National Mòd goes online for 2020

CalMac Ferries Limited has welcomed the news that this year's Royal National Mòd can go ahead - as a digital showcase.

Royal National Mòd goes online for 2020: Find out more

Politicians applaud CalMac's community investment

Dozens of MSPs have shown their support for CalMac's community investment programmes by supporting a motion lodged in the Scottish Parliament.

Politicians applaud CalMac's community investment: Find out more

Winter ferry timetable takes sail

Ferry passengers will be able to book sailings for October onwards with the launch of CalMac's winter timetable this week.

Winter ferry timetable takes sail: Find out more

CalMac helps rescue stranded passengers - crew thanked

CalMac Ferries Limited ensured that Waverley passengers who were stranded on Arran last night were taken safely back to the mainland.

CalMac helps rescue stranded passengers - crew thanked : Find out more

Latest round of CalMac Community Fund is launched

The west coast's most vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are set to benefit from the latest round of the CalMac Community Fund.

Latest round of CalMac Community Fund is launched: Find out more

MP impressed with CalMac's Perth success story

Port and ferry operator CalMac welcomed the local MP to Perth Harbour to hear about how they've turned its fortunes around since taking on management of the facility.

MP impressed with CalMac's Perth success story: Find out more

Otters welcome Dolphins for CalMac Challenge

Young swimmers from Islay and Jura joined local swimmers in Oban for the 'CalMac Swim Challenge'.

Otters welcome Dolphins for CalMac Challenge: Find out more

CalMac plans range of upgrades during dry dock

West coast ferry operator CalMac is making some significant fleet improvements during this year's dry docking maintenance programme.

CalMac plans range of upgrades during dry dock: Find out more

CalMac helps launch the next generation of sailors on Barra

Forty-five young people on Barra have been given the chance to set sail thanks to CalMac's Community Fund.

CalMac helps launch the next generation of sailors on Barra: Find out more

CalMac's Covid performance scores highly with customers

West coast ferry CalMac has scored a more than 9/10 average satisfaction rate from customers dealing with the company through the Covid crisis.

CalMac's Covid performance scores highly with customers : Find out more

CalMac acts to support passengers at Largs Cumbrae

CalMac is to bring in extra staff to help support passengers who end up in long queues on the Largs Cumbrae route.

CalMac acts to support passengers at Largs Cumbrae : Find out more

CalMac helps Tobermory Pipe Band keep the beat

Tobermory High School Pipe band is drumming up more new members than ever before thanks to CalMac's Community Fund.

CalMac helps Tobermory Pipe Band keep the beat : Find out more

Community Fund makes a splash on Coll

Every school age child on the island of Coll has improved their swimming ability thanks to CalMac's Community Fund.

Community Fund makes a splash on Coll: Find out more

Passengers urged to think of others and cover their face

Prevent the spread of coronavirus by wearing a face covering, is the simple message coming from ferry operator CalMac.

Passengers urged to think of others and cover their face : Find out more

New Ullapool swim coaches now poolside

Ullapool Swimming Club has strengthened its coaching team thanks to support from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

New Ullapool swim coaches now poolside: Find out more

CalMac Community Fund helps introduce new sport to Uist youth

Support from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund helped Uibhist Squais - Uist squash club - give a taste of the sport to more than 50 island young people.

CalMac Community Fund helps introduce new sport to Uist youth: Find out more

CalMac further extends essential timetable

West coast ferry operator CalMac is to further extend its essential travel only timetable until at least 30 June.

CalMac further extends essential timetable: Find out more

CalMac warns against island travel

Ferry operator CalMac is reinforcing the essential travel to islands only message on the back of the latest Scottish Government advice.

CalMac warns against island travel : Find out more

Youth groups reap the benefits from CalMac Fund

Seventy six youth groups from Campbeltown to Ullapool have all been able to increase opportunities for local young people thanks to CalMac's Community Fund.

Youth groups reap the benefits from CalMac Fund: Find out more

Barra and the Uists youth groups win CalMac support

A school trip to France is just one of four projects in Barra and the Uists being backed by CalMac's Community Fund.

Barra and the Uists youth groups win CalMac support: Find out more

Community Fund boost for Oban and Mull youth groups

Six youth groups based around Oban and Mull are set set to benefit from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Community Fund boost for Oban and Mull youth groups: Find out more

Skye youth groups get a boost from ferry operator CalMac

Three Skye based youth groups are set set to benefit from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Skye youth groups get a boost from ferry operator CalMac: Find out more

Mallaig youth get a boost from CalMac Fund

Young people in the Mallaig area are set to benefit from two awards from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Mallaig youth get a boost from CalMac Fund: Find out more

Increasing art opportunities for Cowal youth

An award from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund is set to increase art opportunities for young people living in Cowal.

Increasing art opportunities for Cowal youth: Find out more

Community Fund boost for Arran youth groups

Three Arran youth groups are set set to benefit from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Community Fund boost for Arran youth groups : Find out more

Dolphins set for Glasgow swim

Islay and Jura's young swimmers are getting the chance to train in an Olympic sized pool thanks to ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Dolphins set for Glasgow swim: Find out more

Covid-19 forces CalMac to abandon 2020 apprenticeship intake

The Covid-19 emergency has forced ferry operator CalMac to defer its 2020 intake of Modern Apprentices (MAs).

Covid-19 forces CalMac to abandon 2020 apprenticeship intake : Find out more

Quiet Easter for CalMac shows public sticking to guidelines

The 'stay at home' message would appear to be working if trips to Scotland's west coast islands are a reflection of wider travel patterns.

Quiet Easter for CalMac shows public sticking to guidelines: Find out more

CalMac issues Easter travel advice

Ferry operator CalMac has issued a reminder that only essential travel will be allowed over the Easter weekend.

CalMac issues Easter travel advice : Find out more

Island youth take on the CalMac Challenge

Twelve young people from the Lewis and Harris Youth Club Association set themselves a CalMac Challenge to develop their team building skills.

Island youth take on the CalMac Challenge : Find out more

CalMac donates on-board offerings to food banks

With the shut down of its retail outlets due to the Covid-19 crisis, CalMac has decided to donate food that's shortly going out of date to local food banks.

CalMac donates on-board offerings to food banks: Find out more

Passengers heed government advice as CalMac traffic down 95%

CalMac has seen passenger numbers drop by 95% since new rules on essential ferry travel were put in place.

Passengers heed government advice as CalMac traffic down 95%: Find out more

Customer Update - The List Easter Publication

CalMac customer update regarding the latest publication of The List Easter Edition.

Customer Update - The List Easter Publication: Find out more

Relaxation of rules around passengers in cars

Due to the Covid-19 situation the Maritime and Coastguard Agency have agreed to temporarily relax its rules on passengers being able to stay in their vehicles during some ferry journeys.

Relaxation of rules around passengers in cars : Find out more

CalMac customers urged to go online

25 March 2020 - Ferry operator CalMac is urging customers looking to cancel trips to go online after its contact centres were swamped with almost 5000 phone calls in a single day.

CalMac customers urged to go online: Find out more

Statement from Transport Scotland on restrictions on non-essential ferry travel

24 March 2020 - In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Scottish Government has made clear the need to avoid all but essential travel by ferry to Scotland's remote and island communities

Statement from Transport Scotland on restrictions on non-essential ferry travel : Find out more

CalMac ceases all on board food and drink as a result of COVID-19 Outbreak

21 March 2020 - CalMac has announced that it is to cease its on board food and drink and retail offering with immediate effect on all routes.

CalMac ceases all on board food and drink as a result of COVID-19 Outbreak: Find out more

Prioritisation of essential goods for transport

20 March 2020 - As the situation around the Covid:19 outbreak develops, it is critical that essential goods are transported to where they are required.

Prioritisation of essential goods for transport: Find out more

CalMac changes freight service to ensure lifeline maintained

20 March 2020 - To ensure continued lifeline services are maintained to the Isle of Lewis, ferry operator CalMac is making changes to its overnight freight service.

CalMac changes freight service to ensure lifeline maintained : Find out more

CalMac to cease advance bookings and hot food offering

CalMac is to stop taking new bookings on all of its services with a travel date of before 15 July as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

CalMac to cease advance bookings and hot food offering: Find out more

COVID-19 - CalMac's arrangements on advance bookings and hot food offering

19 March 2020 - CalMac has now stopped taking new bookings on all of its services up to and including 15 July 2020 as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Bookings can still be made for travel from 16 July and beyond. Bookings that have already been made up to that period will be honoured where services are running. Priority will continue to be given to emergency services and medical emergencies. We will now be operating a turn up and go service on all of our routes.

COVID-19 - CalMac's arrangements on advance bookings and hot food offering: Find out more

CalMac acts to provide travel for urgent medical appointments

West coast ferry operator CalMac is introducing a new process that will help islanders attend urgent medical appointments, even if the car deck on the sailing they need to take is full.

CalMac acts to provide travel for urgent medical appointments: Find out more

Coronavirus (COVID-19) statement

We would like to reassure our customers that we are working closely with Transport Scotland's Resilience Team & Health Protection Scotland with regards to the global outbreak of Coronavirus, and have developed #COVID19 contingency plans.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) statement: Find out more

Alternative service arrangements during Uig ferry terminal closure

Due to infrastructure upgrades, including the replacement of the linkspan, by Highland Council at Uig the port will close for a period from September 2021.

Alternative service arrangements during Uig ferry terminal closure: Find out more


UK first for CalMac as performance stats go online

West coast ferry operator CalMac is launching a UK first online tool that allows customers to access carrying data for individual routes at the touch of a button.


UK first for CalMac as performance stats go online : Find out more

New marine awareness play area for Arran ferry

Children travelling to Arran will now get a sense of what marine life they are likely to spot thanks to a new themed play area on the MV Caledonian Isles.

New marine awareness play area for Arran ferry: Find out more

Ferry operator issues Storm Ciara warning

West coast ferry operator CalMac is warning of potential travel disruption as Storm Ciara is forecast to hit its area of operations this weekend.

Ferry operator issues Storm Ciara warning: Find out more

CalMac adopts Any Disability symbol

The UK's largest ferry company has become the first transport operator in the country to adopt the new 'Any Disability Symbol' on board.

CalMac adopts Any Disability symbol: Find out more

CalMac offers bi-lingual customer care service

The UK's largest ferry and harbour operator is adding to its support for Gaelic speakers by offering a bi-lingual English and Gaelic customer care service.

CalMac offers bi-lingual customer care service : Find out more

New film opens up North Lewis to the world

A new film exploring a hidden corner of the Isle of Lewis has been premiered by Comunn Eachdraidh Nis - Ness Historical Society

New film opens up North Lewis to the world : Find out more

CalMac on the look out for new Community Board members

West coast ferry and harbour operator CalMac is looking to appoint four new members to its Community Board.

CalMac on the look out for new Community Board members: Find out more

Next generation of seafarers join CalMac

Sixteen Modern Apprentices (MA) will soon be welcomed aboard by west coast ferry and harbour operator CalMac after successfully completing their training.

Next generation of seafarers join CalMac: Find out more

New non-stick hull serves up environmental benefits

A new high tech paint coating is set to make CalMac ferry MV Loch Seaforth more fuel-efficient.

New non-stick hull serves up environmental benefits : Find out more

Annual overhaul delay

Technical issues with the MV Hebridean Isles uncovered during its annual dry dock maintenance period have delayed it's return to service.

Annual overhaul delay: Find out more

RNLI benefits from CalMac staff survey

CalMac staff have helped raise £2500 to support new crew members joining the Oban lifeboat.

RNLI benefits from CalMac staff survey: Find out more

Linkspan maintenance work at Oban Harbour to start in January

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) will be replacing the lifting cylinders on linkspan number two at Oban Harbour as part of a planned maintenance programme.

Linkspan maintenance work at Oban Harbour to start in January : Find out more

CalMac helps strengthen Hebrides women's football

Lewis and Harris Women's Football Association (LHWFA) is now working with more than 40 girls in the islands thanks to an award through CalMac's Community Fund.

CalMac helps strengthen Hebrides women's football : Find out more

CalMac crowned team of the year at UK awards

CalMac's Service Updates Team has been crowned team of the year by the Contact Centre Association (CCA) for the quality of their customer care.

CalMac crowned team of the year at UK awards : Find out more

Deadline approaches for CalMac's Community Fund

With just over a month to go before it closes for this year CalMac's Community Fund still has plenty of scope to help youth groups up and down the west coast.

Deadline approaches for CalMac's Community Fund : Find out more

CalMac tackling ferry issues on the West Coast isles

Staff are working round the clock to get Scotland's West Coast ferry service back to normal, according to CalMac boss Robbie Drummond.

CalMac tackling ferry issues on the West Coast isles: Find out more

CalMac helps educate new generation about remembrance

Poppyscotland has drafted in ferry operator CalMac to help them educate a new generation of young Scots about remembrance.

CalMac helps educate new generation about remembrance : Find out more

Rothesay pupils learn a different lesson aboard MV Bute

More than 50 pupils from Rothesay's Joint Campus boarded the MV Bute to help the crew hone their safety skills.

Rothesay pupils learn a different lesson aboard MV Bute: Find out more

Additional information for Lochaline upgrade closure

Ferry operator CalMac has taken further steps to highlight service changes during the temporary service arrangements serving Mull and Iona during the Lochaline pier upgrade work.

Additional information for Lochaline upgrade closure: Find out more

Record investment in ferry overhaul programme

Ferry operator CalMac is investing a record amount in keeping its fleet in ship shape condition during this year's winter maintenance programme. More than £9 million is being targeted at planned maintenance to ensure every vessel is ready for another year of supporting communities across the west coast. This is more than double the amount spent last year.

Record investment in ferry overhaul programme: Find out more

CalMac in running for east coast business award

West coast ferry operator CalMac is in the running for a prestigious business award, for its work on the east coast.

CalMac in running for east coast business award: Find out more

Expansion for CalMac's Community Fund

Demand from west coast youth groups for CalMac's new Community Fund has been so strong the company are expanding it.

Expansion for CalMac's Community Fund: Find out more

Boost for Cowal creativity from CalMac

Young people in Cowal are being encouraged to explore their creative side at a series of new workshops being held in Dunoon Burgh Hall.

Boost for Cowal creativity from CalMac: Find out more

CalMac tees up Gourock junior golfers for success

Ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund is helping Gourock Golf Club shape the playing prospects of younger members.

CalMac tees up Gourock junior golfers for success : Find out more

New children's book festival set for Arran

Two island organisations are benefiting from awards through CalMac's new Community Fund, Arran Theatre and Arts Trust (ATAT) and Corrie Primary Parent Council.

New children's book festival set for Arran: Find out more

CalMac backing for new inclusion project on Bute

Teenagers with disabilities on Bute will soon be able to take part in a new range of inclusive activities thanks to an award from CalMac's Community Fund.

CalMac backing for new inclusion project on Bute: Find out more

Light bulb moment lands Marino photography prize

Third officer Marino Giorgetti's light bulb moment has landed him the top prize in an international photography competition.

Light bulb moment lands Marino photography prize : Find out more

CalMac opens the airways to island youth

Primary school pupils on Cumbrae are set to get a taste of a career in broadcasting thanks to support from CalMac's new Community Fund.

CalMac opens the airways to island youth: Find out more

New CalMac team delivers more on-board car spaces

A new CalMac team has delivered more than 15,000 extra car spaces over the past year thanks to more efficient on-board deck management.

New CalMac team delivers more on-board car spaces : Find out more

Tarbert Guides all set to sail thanks to CalMac

Girlguiding members from Tarbert are set to navigate themselves across the Irish Sea to Belfast, thanks to generous support from ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Tarbert Guides all set to sail thanks to CalMac : Find out more

Sea Cadets get a boost from CalMac's Community Fund

Sea Cadets in Campbeltown will soon have access to more varied and challenging training thanks to the support of ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund.

Sea Cadets get a boost from CalMac's Community Fund : Find out more

Island crime event boosts Bute economy

Rothesay's crime writing festival, Bute Noir, expanded by more than 50% this year bringing around 250 visitors to the island specifically for the event.

Island crime event boosts Bute economy: Find out more

Islay and Jura youth groups tap in to new Community Fund

Five youth groups across Islay and Jura have successfully applied to ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund.

Islay and Jura youth groups tap in to new Community Fund: Find out more

Temporary changes to Mull ferry route

West coast ferry operator CalMac has finalised alternative travel arrangements for the Lochaline to Fishnish, Mull route, while port owner Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) carries out upgrade work to the slipway.

Temporary changes to Mull ferry route: Find out more

CalMac backs west coast youth development projects

Young people in coastal communities are set to benefit from a new CalMac partnership that aims to build new life skills while supporting local charities. The west coast ferry operator has committed to The Wood Foundation's Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) and will be supporting its delivery in 11 schools across its area of operations.

CalMac backs west coast youth development projects : Find out more

£2,000 boost for Eigg Gaelic youth project

Development of Gaelic music and arts on Eigg has been boosted by a £2000 grant from ferry operator CaMac's Community Fund.

£2,000 boost for Eigg Gaelic youth project : Find out more

Expansion of Mull pipe band thanks to CalMac grant

The skirl of the pipes will be heard even louder on Mull soon, after Tobermory High School Pipe Band successfully bid for a grant to help them expand.

Expansion of Mull pipe band thanks to CalMac grant: Find out more

CalMac helps bring new Gaelic Youth Club to Skye

Gaelic Medium Primary school pupils in Portree will soon have somewhere to practise their language skills in the evening. Thanks to ferry operator CalMac's Community Fund Comann nam Pàrant Port Rìgh (CnPP) have been awarded £2000 to help with the set up costs of a new Gaelic youth club in the town.

CalMac helps bring new Gaelic Youth Club to Skye: Find out more

Ton' tour sets sail for far-flung football fields

This summer Greenock Morton FC's charitable arm 'Morton in the Community' is taking its summer skills coaching courses across the water to the Western Isles.

Ton' tour sets sail for far-flung football fields: Find out more

CalMac crews donate £1000 to support Oban lifeboat

CalMac crews from MV Isle of Mull and MV Clansman have donated money gifted to them for outstanding service, to help support the work of the local RNLI.

CalMac crews donate £1000 to support Oban lifeboat : Find out more

Uist and Benbecula youth groups to benefit from CalMac Community Fund

Tagsa Uibhist's Armchair Athletics Project is one of the first to benefit from west coast ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund.

Uist and Benbecula youth groups to benefit from CalMac Community Fund: Find out more

Islands hear Sunnyside's conservation message

Sunnyside Primary School's Ocean Defenders spread their conservation message to a whole new audience thanks to west coast ferry operator CalMac.

Islands hear Sunnyside's conservation message : Find out more

Fleet resilience boosted by new Mobile Maintenance Team

West coast ferry operator CalMac has recruited a new Mobile Maintenance Team as part of its ongoing strategy to maintain high levels of customer service.

Fleet resilience boosted by new Mobile Maintenance Team : Find out more

Feis Bharraigh taps into CalMac's new Community Fund

Feis Bharraigh's 'Music for All' has been awarded £2000 from west coast ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund.

Feis Bharraigh taps into CalMac's new Community Fund: Find out more

Community Fund boost for Lewis and Harris youth groups

The first youth groups to benefit from west coast ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund have been announced.

Community Fund boost for Lewis and Harris youth groups : Find out more

Ullapool swim group take a dip into CalMac's new Community Fund

Ullapool Swimming Club is one of the first youth groups to benefit from west coast ferry operator CalMac's new Community Fund.

Ullapool swim group take a dip into CalMac's new Community Fund: Find out more

Excellence Award for CalMac's commitment to training

West coast ferry operator CalMac has won a prestigious hospitality award for its innovative Modern Apprenticeship partnership with City of Glasgow College.

Excellence Award for CalMac's commitment to training: Find out more

New look for MV Argyll Flyer

The MV Argyll Flyer has returned from annual dry dock to the Gourock-Dunoon route with a new corporate look.

New look for MV Argyll Flyer: Find out more

CalMac first in UK with new customer service award

The UK's largest ferry operator has become the first organisation in the country to be awarded a new level of 'Global Standard' accreditation for the helpfulness and professionalism of its customer operations staff.

CalMac first in UK with new customer service award: Find out more

Full steam ahead for new CalMac themed play area in Oban

A CalMac themed experience is to form part of a heritage play area in the new Rockfield Centre in Oban.

Full steam ahead for new CalMac themed play area in Oban : Find out more

Home on the Sea has been re-recorded in Gaelic and will shortly be released by Skipinnish

In 2016 CalMac worked with Skipinnish to write a song that summed up CalMac's relationship to the west coast of Scotland, the result was Home on the Sea.

Home on the Sea has been re-recorded in Gaelic and will shortly be released by Skipinnish: Find out more

Record breaking Easter for west coast islands

West coast ferry operator CalMac has reported a record breaking Easter weekend as visitors flocked to visit island destinations.

Record breaking Easter for west coast islands: Find out more

Managing CalMac online reservations now easier

CalMac has improved the functionality of its online reservations system. The ferry and harbour operator has now introduced new features to their web booking system that allows customers to save payment details and make changes to reservations online.

Managing CalMac online reservations now easier : Find out more

CalMac creates new customer service jobs in Stornoway

Ferry operator CalMac is bringing new jobs to Stornoway with the opening of new customer service centre in the town.

CalMac creates new customer service jobs in Stornoway: Find out more

CalMac ensures Queen Mary flies the flag again

The on-going restoration of the historic steamship TS Queen Mary has been buoyed by a donation from west coast ferry operator CalMac.

CalMac ensures Queen Mary flies the flag again: Find out more

CalMac backs Ullapool winter lights bid

Ferry operator CalMac is backing a north-west community in its bid to win £38,000 of funding for its Winter Lights Festival.

CalMac backs Ullapool winter lights bid : Find out more

Bute timetable changes announced

Ferry operator CalMac has announced details of timetable changes on the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay route while the harbour owner carries out essential improvement work.

Bute timetable changes announced: Find out more

CalMac's new charity link up supports seafarers' children

Disadvantaged young people living in seafaring communities are set to benefit from a £5k grant from ferry operator CalMac.

CalMac's new charity link up supports seafarers' children : Find out more

CalMac Modern Apprentices move Queen Mary restoration forward

Ferry and harbour operator CalMac has lent some helping hands to boost the restoration of the iconic British steamship, TS Queen Mary.

CalMac Modern Apprentices move Queen Mary restoration forward: Find out more

CalMac partnership leads to UK award for City of Glasgow College

A training partnership with west coast ferry operator CalMac has secured a top award for City of Glasgow College.

CalMac partnership leads to UK award for City of Glasgow College : Find out more

CalMac's latest fleet addition proving popular

A new model of ferry operator CalMac's MV Loch Seaforth is proving a hit with more then 400 sold in the first few weeks since its launch.

CalMac's latest fleet addition proving popular : Find out more

CalMac confirms sponsorship for Skye music festival

West coast ferry operator CalMac has confirmed it will be the main sponsor of a new music festival on the Isle of Skye.

CalMac confirms sponsorship for Skye music festival: Find out more

CalMac cutting carbon as part of new eco actions

West Coast Ferry operator CalMac is on course to cut its carbon emissions by 5% this year.

CalMac cutting carbon as part of new eco actions : Find out more

Largest cargo to offload in a decade at Perth Harbour

Two of the largest vessels to visit the Perth Port in recent years docked within 24 hours of each other last week.

Largest cargo to offload in a decade at Perth Harbour : Find out more

Hospitality apprentices set for career at sea

The latest graduates on a hospitality Modern Apprenticeship (MA) aimed at the merchant marine industry are set to embark on their career at sea.

Hospitality apprentices set for career at sea : Find out more

CalMac publishes 2018 carrying figures

West coast ferry operator CalMac has published its carrying figures for 2018.

CalMac publishes 2018 carrying figures: Find out more

CalMac Community Board aims to boost island business

CalMac's independent Community Board has teamed up with the company to help raise the profile of Scotland's west coast islands as business destinations.

CalMac Community Board aims to boost island business: Find out more

Outer Hebrides Tourism and CalMac Ferries set to launch extensive Uist Marketing campaign for 2019 season

CalMac Ferries is set to launch a new national marketing campaign ahead of the 2019 tourism season, designed to raise awareness of Uist as an unmissable destination.

Outer Hebrides Tourism and CalMac Ferries set to launch extensive Uist Marketing campaign for 2019 season: Find out more

CalMac amend timetable to minimise disruption during Oban linkspan works

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has advised terminal users that they will be shutting Berth No.1 to replace the linkspan from February 1-28.

CalMac amend timetable to minimise disruption during Oban linkspan works: Find out more

Young people to reap benefit of CalMac's new Community Fund

Ferry operator CalMac is launching a new Community Fund to help boost opportunities for young people in communities up and down the West Coast.

Young people to reap benefit of CalMac's new Community Fund : Find out more

CalMac takes over the tiller at Argyll Ferries

A new future for the Gourock Dunoon ferry route starts today (January 21), with the service being brought under the CalMac Ferries flag.

CalMac takes over the tiller at Argyll Ferries: Find out more

Vessel overhaul schedule - Winter/Spring 2019

List of the remaining vessels of the fleet yet to go into annual dry dock refit.

Vessel overhaul schedule - Winter/Spring 2019: Find out more

CalMac finding tea leaves passengers cold

It may be the cup that cheers, but it seems tea is no longer the hot beverage of choice for travellers with west coast ferry operator, CalMac.

CalMac finding tea leaves passengers cold: Find out more

CalMac joins Prince of Wales to sign Waste to Wealth Commitment

Ferry operator CalMac joined 40 organisations from across the UK to pledge to take action to tackle the challenges of climate change. The company has signed up to the Prince of Wales' 'Waste to Wealth Commitment' organised by his responsible business network, Business in the Community. Leaders from business, government, academia and civil society joined the Prince at the initiative's launch in London.

CalMac joins Prince of Wales to sign Waste to Wealth Commitment : Find out more

Passenger numbers continue to grow for CalMac

Our passenger numbers continue to grow as reported in our parent group David MacBrayne Ltd's annual accounts

Passenger numbers continue to grow for CalMac: Find out more

CalMac breaks new barriers with youth training opportunities

Modern Apprenticeship (MA) opportunities with ferry operator CalMac have more than doubled over the past two years.

CalMac breaks new barriers with youth training opportunities : Find out more

CalMac encourages new awareness of wildlife

Over the summer volunteers on CalMac ferries spotted more than 500 marine mammals across the west coast as part of the company's Marine Awareness Programme.

CalMac encourages new awareness of wildlife: Find out more

First Port Assistants embark on Modern Apprenticeship voyage

The first intake of ferry operator CalMac's new Port Operations Modern Apprenticeship has cast off on their training voyage.

First Port Assistants embark on Modern Apprenticeship voyage : Find out more

UK ferry operator of the year award for CalMac

West coast ferry operator CalMac has been named 'Ferry Operator of the Year 2018' at the National Transport Awards.

UK ferry operator of the year award for CalMac: Find out more

Ferry operator issues Storm Callum warning

West coast ferry operator CalMac is warning of potential travel disruption as Storm Callum is forecast to hit its area of operations from Friday onwards.

Ferry operator issues Storm Callum warning: Find out more

CalMac takes over Perth Port

CalMac has now taken over the running of Perth Port on behalf of Perth and Kinross Council, the company's first venture on the east coast.

CalMac takes over Perth Port: Find out more

Rothesay ferry terminal works start in September

Argyll and Bute Council are carrying out improvement works to Rothesay pier starting next month. There will be minimal, but unavoidable, service disruption for the duration of the project.

Rothesay ferry terminal works start in September: Find out more

Appointment of CalMac Managing Director

The Board of David MacBrayne Ltd has today (June 19, 2018) confirmed the appointment of Robbie Drummond as Managing Director of CalMac Ferries Ltd. He has been acting as interim managing director since February. Read more

Appointment of CalMac Managing Director: Find out more

Storm Hector expected to hit west coast overnight

Storm Hector is expected to hit Scotland's west coast overnight causing widespread disruption to ferry services, operator CalMac has warned.

Storm Hector expected to hit west coast overnight: Find out more

MV Clansman returns to service

CalMac ferry MV Clansman is returning to service ahead of schedule.

MV Clansman returns to service: Find out more

Plastic reductions pledge to mark World Oceans Day

To mark World Oceans Day, ferry operator CalMac has announced further steps to cut down on the amount of plastic it uses on board.

Plastic reductions pledge to mark World Oceans Day: Find out more

CalMac lends support to Year of Young People 2018

Ferry operator CalMac is supporting the Scottish Government's Year of Young People (YoYP) 2018 with two new ticketing initiatives.

CalMac lends support to Year of Young People 2018: Find out more

Permanent repair scheduled for MV Clansman

A delivery date for CalMac ferry MV Clansman's new propeller shaft has been announced. Following on from a temporary repair to the vessel's propulsion system, the vessel will dock again for a permanent replacement part to be fitted from June 1 returning on June 12.

Permanent repair scheduled for MV Clansman: Find out more

MV Clansman returns to service

CalMac ferry MV Clansman is returning to service after extensive repairs to her propulsion system.

MV Clansman returns to service: Find out more

CalMac working round the clock to ease disruption

West coast ferry operator CalMac has reassured customers that despite unavoidable disruption due to vessel repair overrun, each of its 26 island destinations remain very much open for business.

CalMac working round the clock to ease disruption: Find out more

Repair complications require CalMac fleet reshuffle

Complications during the repair to the propulsion system of West Coast ferry operator CalMac's MV Clansman means the vessel will now be out of service for longer than first anticipated. To minimise any disruption CalMac has agreed an extension to the MV Hebrides' operating licence, which was due to enter dry dock, with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency for a further three weeks.

Repair complications require CalMac fleet reshuffle : Find out more

End of an era as last 'Island' class retires

MV Eigg, the last 'Island' class ferry in the CalMac fleet, is retiring from west coast service.

End of an era as last 'Island' class retires: Find out more

Summer 2018 fares increase

As off March 30 CalMac has increased ferry fares by the Consumer Price Index.

Summer 2018 fares increase: Find out more

New partnership set to boost marine awareness

West coast ferry operator CalMac has teamed up with 14 conservation bodies in a bid to better protect the environment it sails in. The company's new Marine Awareness Programme outlines specific actions it will take to help passengers get the most from the environment they are travelling through and to better understand the wildlife in its area of operations.

New partnership set to boost marine awareness : Find out more

Easter demand means further changes to CalMac services

Ferry operator CalMac is making further changes to its West Coast services in order to absorb on-going capacity issues resulting from the MV Clansman still in dry dock. The Clansman is awaiting the return of her propulsion unit sent to Denmark for repairs.

Easter demand means further changes to CalMac services : Find out more

CalMac's new man at the helm prepares for firm's busiest ever summer season

CalMac Ferries' new Interim Managing Director, Robbie Drummond, is looking forward to the company's busiest ever summer season, which starts in earnest this Easter weekend on CalMac's ferry routes up and down the west coast of Scotland.

CalMac's new man at the helm prepares for firm's busiest ever summer season: Find out more

Changes to Uig triangle service

A knock on effect of the MV Clansman's extended dry dock has required CalMac to reshuffle its fleet to continue to deliver lifeline services to communities it supports in the Western Isles.

Changes to Uig triangle service: Find out more

Emergency drill set for Tarbert

Ferry operator CalMac will be testing out its emergency planning drills in Tarbert harbour, Harris, on March 27.

Emergency drill set for Tarbert: Find out more

CalMac expands apprenticeship programme

Ferry operator CalMac is expanding its Modern Apprenticeship (MA) programme to include harbour operations.

CalMac expands apprenticeship programme: Find out more

CalMac career complete for Raasay ferry

One of ferry operator CalMac's longest serving vessels is retiring from west coast service.

CalMac career complete for Raasay ferry: Find out more

CalMac Interim Managing Director appointed

The Board of David MacBrayne Limited has today (January 31, 2018) announced the appointment of Robbie Drummond, Interim Director of Service Delivery and former Group Finance Director, as Interim Managing Director of CalMac Ferries Limited from Monday, 5 February 2018.

CalMac Interim Managing Director appointed: Find out more

Arran customers come first with CalMac

Passengers on the Ardrossan Arran crossing are set to reap the benefit of CalMac's newly recognised commitment to first class customer service.

Arran customers come first with CalMac: Find out more

Ocean Defenders recruit CalMac to anti plastic campaign

Ocean Defenders from Sunnyside Primary School in Glasgow have enlisted ferry operator CalMac to their campaign to ban plastic straws.

Ocean Defenders recruit CalMac to anti plastic campaign : Find out more

Journey's end for for Hammy after 250,000 miles

One of west coast ferry operator CalMac's most prolific passengers is retiring after sailing the equivalent of more than 10 times around world with the company.

Journey's end for for Hammy after 250,000 miles : Find out more

CalMac takes a creative cut to safety announcement

Ferry operator CalMac has premiered a new innovative on-board safety video to try and better educate passengers on what to do in an emergency.

CalMac takes a creative cut to safety announcement: Find out more

Ferry operator moves to reinforce behaviour standards

Ferry operator CalMac is launching a new campaign to reinforce its zero tolerance policy on unacceptable behaviour.

Ferry operator moves to reinforce behaviour standards: Find out more

Community Board Agrees Way Forward

The independent Community Board has met for the first time (November 17) and agreed how it will operate in the future.

Community Board Agrees Way Forward: Find out more

​CalMac issues weather warning

West coast ferry operator CalMac has issued a weather warning in the face of Storm Caroline hitting its area of operations tomorrow (December 7).

​CalMac issues weather warning: Find out more

CalMac appoints new wildlife officer after successful survey

Ferry operator CalMac has seconded a full time ORCA wildlife officer to help educate crew and passengers about marine life across the west coast.

CalMac appoints new wildlife officer after successful survey : Find out more

CalMac Community Board to hold first meeting

The Community Board set up by ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) to provide an insight into the issues affecting island and rural communities, is meeting for the first time later this week. (Friday, November 17)

CalMac Community Board to hold first meeting: Find out more

CalMac MAs set a course for career at sea

The first intake on a new hospitality Modern Apprenticeship aimed specifically at the merchant marine industry are about to embark on their new career.

CalMac MAs set a course for career at sea: Find out more

Martin Dorchester steps down as David MacBrayne Chief Executive

David MacBrayne Ltd (DML) announced today (Tuesday, November 7,) that its Chief Executive Martin Dorchester, who is also Managing Director of CalMac Ferries Ltd, will be leaving the company to take up a new role as Chief Executive of Includem, - a specialist Scottish charity supporting some of the most vulnerable young people and their families across Scotland.

Martin Dorchester steps down as David MacBrayne Chief Executive: Find out more

Community backing for CalMac service improvements

Timetable changes to improve bus and train connections are among the service improvements being made by ferry operator CalMac.

Community backing for CalMac service improvements: Find out more

Transport Minister visits CalMac's smallest vessel

Transport Minister Humza Yousaf has visited the newest and smallest vessel in the CalMac Fleet, the 12 metre MV Carvoria, which operates on the Kerrera to Gallanach route, south of Oban.

Transport Minister visits CalMac's smallest vessel: Find out more

CalMac finalises dry dock schedule

Ferry operator CalMac has finalised its winter maintenance programme.

CalMac finalises dry dock schedule: Find out more

CalMac sets out plans for ferry services during Lochmaddy works

Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) has set out its plans for ferry services affected by the essential maintenance work at Lochmaddy Harbour, which are scheduled to take place for one week from November 13.

CalMac sets out plans for ferry services during Lochmaddy works : Find out more

​CalMac issues travel warning

In the face of severe weather warnings ferry operator CalMac is urging passengers to consider rethinking non essential travel.

​CalMac issues travel warning: Find out more

CalMac improves customer experience for hearing impaired

Hard of hearing ferry passengers are set to benefit from a new video interpretation service that will make it easier for them to manage their ticket bookings.

CalMac improves customer experience for hearing impaired: Find out more

CalMac announces new Community Board members

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) has confirmed membership of its new Community Board. The creation of the twelve member, independent board was a key element of the company's winning bid for the Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Service contract last year and will be a strong community voice on strategic ferry issues.

CalMac announces new Community Board members: Find out more

Wildlife watch help CalMac to environmental prize

Efforts by CalMac to build better environmental partnerships across the west coast have been recognised by the Scottish Council for Development and Industry.

Wildlife watch help CalMac to environmental prize : Find out more

Emergency drill set for Armadale Mallaig crossing

Ferry operator CalMac will be testing out its emergency planning drills on the Armadale Mallaig crossing on Wednesday, September 20.

Emergency drill set for Armadale Mallaig crossing: Find out more

CalMac appoints chair of Community Board

Lewis businessman, Angus Campbell, has been appointed Chair of CalMac's new Community Board, which the ferry operator is creating to provide a voice of the communities on strategic issues.

CalMac appoints chair of Community Board: Find out more

CalMac strengthens ties with whales, dolphins and porpoises charity ORCA

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is participating for the third year in this week's (July 29 - August 6) professional mariners' survey organised by whales, dolphins and porpoises charity ORCA

CalMac strengthens ties with whales, dolphins and porpoises charity ORCA: Find out more

CALMAC TO OPERATE ADDITIONAL SATURDAY STORNOWAY-ULLAPOOL SAILINGS IN AUGUST

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is to run additional late night sailings between Stornoway and Ullapool on Saturdays August 5, 12, and 19, to help address unprecedented demand on the route.

CALMAC TO OPERATE ADDITIONAL SATURDAY STORNOWAY-ULLAPOOL SAILINGS IN AUGUST: Find out more

CalMac seeks members for new community board

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is inviting applications from residents of the rural communities covered by the Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS) contract to form a Community Board which will have the primary purpose of being a voice of the communities on strategic issues.

CalMac seeks members for new community board: Find out more

CalMac takes over running of Kerrera ferry

One of Scotland's shortest ferry services, which links the small Argyll island of Kerrera to the mainland south of Oban, will be operated by award-winning ferry operator CalMac Ferries Ltd from July 1, 2017.

CalMac takes over running of Kerrera ferry: Find out more

North Uist organisation confirms second St Kilda Challenge to UK's most remote outpost

It is a wild, rugged, desolate but jewel-like place where few have trodden. But one Western Isles community organisation has brought the dream closer to reality for many in the form of the St Kilda Challenge yacht race.

North Uist organisation confirms second St Kilda Challenge to UK's most remote outpost: Find out more

Jump on board with CalMac for National Ferry Fortnight offers and add a friend free

Have you got on board yet? The ninth annual National Ferry Fortnight runs until May 20 across the UK and CalMac has plenty of tempting offers to get you afloat.

Jump on board with CalMac for National Ferry Fortnight offers and add a friend free: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne makes £1,000 donation to RNLI volunteer lifesavers

Money raised by Caledonian MacBrayne staff for the RNLI has been presented to volunteers at Oban Lifeboat station.

Caledonian MacBrayne makes £1,000 donation to RNLI volunteer lifesavers: Find out more

Scottish-led group wins top international honour for innovative maritime safety work

A Scottish-led academic and industry collaboration has won a top international marine award for a revolutionary project to enhance safety at sea procedures.

Scottish-led group wins top international honour for innovative maritime safety work: Find out more

Ferry tasty - CalMac's onboard cafeterias add new items to their menus for 2017

It's enough to get the taste buds a-tingling, as CalMac introduces the likes of cullen skink pie, smoked salmon bagels and vegetarian haggis nachos to its ever popular menu.

Ferry tasty - CalMac's onboard cafeterias add new items to their menus for 2017: Find out more

Second award in one week for CalMac's support to tourism on Scotland's west coast

For the second time in a week, CalMac has stepped forward to pick up a top award recognising its support to Scotland's west coast tourism.

Second award in one week for CalMac's support to tourism on Scotland's west coast: Find out more

CalMac's first campaign aimed at millennials wins prestigious Travel Marketing Award

Caledonian MacBrayne, together with The Lane Agency, has won the digital marketing campaign of the year category at The Travel Marketing Awards.

CalMac's first campaign aimed at millennials wins prestigious Travel Marketing Award: Find out more

Two awards nods for CalMac, recognising support to rural communities and economies

Caledonian MacBrayne has been shortlisted for two major awards recognising its role in supporting rural economies across Scotland's west coast.

Two awards nods for CalMac, recognising support to rural communities and economies: Find out more

CalMac apprentices celebrate a year of firsts as part of the Scottish Apprenticeship Week

A group of three of CalMac's current 19 apprentices, came together this week to celebrate a year of notable milestones for the company's training programmes.

CalMac apprentices celebrate a year of firsts as part of the Scottish Apprenticeship Week: Find out more

CalMac's annual passenger carrying figures exceed five million for first time in 20 years

Caledonian MacBrayne's official carrying statistics for 2016 reveal that the west coast of Scotland ferry company passed five million passengers for the first time since 1997.

CalMac's annual passenger carrying figures exceed five million for first time in 20 years: Find out more

Martin Dorchester announces that he will remain as CEO for David MacBrayne Group

As Caledonian MacBrayne's managing director and chief executive officer for the David MacBrayne Group, Martin Dorchester has announced that he will remain in post.

Martin Dorchester announces that he will remain as CEO for David MacBrayne Group: Find out more

Plain sailing for Gourock primary students, as CalMac experts make an educational visit

A group of around 50 primary 7 students at St Ninian's Primary School in Gourock have been treated to a morning of life on the ocean waves - without even leaving the classroom.

Plain sailing for Gourock primary students, as CalMac experts make an educational visit: Find out more

CalMac launches 2018 planner for coach and tour operators, with new route packages

It's seldom too early to plan and, with that in mind, CalMac has launched its 2018 Travel Trade Product Planner aimed at helping coach and tour operators to discover the beauty of Scotland's west coast.

CalMac launches 2018 planner for coach and tour operators, with new route packages: Find out more

Bernera services manager hangs up his uniform after half a century with CalMac

An onboard services manager from Lewis, who has served with CalMac for almost half a century, has hung up his uniform for the last time.

Bernera services manager hangs up his uniform after half a century with CalMac: Find out more

LOCHBOISDALE-MALLAIG SERVICE SUSPENDED FOR SHIP REPAIRS

Ferry passengers intending to travel between Lochboisdale and Mallaig next week (w/c January 23) are being advised that the service is being suspended for a short period due to essential maintenance on MV Lord of the Isles.

LOCHBOISDALE-MALLAIG SERVICE SUSPENDED FOR SHIP REPAIRS: Find out more

New super model makes her home on North Uist and becomes muse sensation for pupils

A new super model has floated into Lochmaddy on North Uist, dressed in black and white with a hint of red - and she intends to stick around for a while.

New super model makes her home on North Uist and becomes muse sensation for pupils: Find out more

CalMac unveil summer timetables for 2017 - increased capacity on Mallaig - Armadale service

Ferry operator CalMac Ferries Ltd has announced that its Summer 2017 timetable will be online and available for booking from 12 noon tomorrow ( Jan 10, 2017).

CalMac unveil summer timetables for 2017 - increased capacity on Mallaig - Armadale service: Find out more

Update: Storm Barbara - December 24

​Disruption to CalMac routes across the network continues, as Storm Barbara tracks its way across Scotland's west coast, but there has been resumption of services in many areas today (Saturday December 24).

Update: Storm Barbara - December 24: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne ferry info as Storm Barbara makes her formidable presence felt

With the well-forecast arrival of Storm Barbara, Caledonian MacBrayne ferries are experiencing widespread disruption across the 200-mile network today (Friday December 23).

Caledonian MacBrayne ferry info as Storm Barbara makes her formidable presence felt: Find out more

CalMac travel advice - Storm Barbara

The arrival of the UK's second named storm of the winter has been well-publicised by meteorologists and is due to make landfall on Scotland's west coast late Thursday/early Friday (December 22/23).

CalMac travel advice - Storm Barbara: Find out more

Christmas message from Martin Dorchester, Chief Executive Officer, David MacBrayne Ltd

It is that time of year when we turn our attention to family and friends in anticipation of the fun and relaxation of the festive season.

Christmas message from Martin Dorchester, Chief Executive Officer, David MacBrayne Ltd: Find out more

CalMac warn of weather disruptions

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is warning anyone planning to travel by ferry this week and into the holiday period that strong winds are forecast in many parts of its network leading to possible disruption of ferry services.

CalMac warn of weather disruptions: Find out more

CalMac launches annual photo competition for 2018 calendar

Time waits for no man, woman or ferry and, although we have yet to wave 2016 goodbye, CalMac has now opened its popular photographic competition for its 2018 calendar.

CalMac launches annual photo competition for 2018 calendar : Find out more

CalMac clean up puts a shine on local beauty spot

An eight strong group of volunteers from ferry operator CalMac rolled up their sleeves to put a bit of shine back on one of Inverclyde's top beauty spots.

CalMac clean up puts a shine on local beauty spot : Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne leads the UK with first maritime hospitality apprenticeship

A group of eight students is making history alongside CalMac with a brand new apprenticeship programme - the first of its type in the UK.

Caledonian MacBrayne leads the UK with first maritime hospitality apprenticeship: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne's new look online ticketing system gets ready to go live

Operator of the UK's largest ferry network, Caledonian MacBrayne, is refreshing its online ticketing to make it easier to use.

Caledonian MacBrayne's new look online ticketing system gets ready to go live: Find out more

UK's largest ferry operator to feature as part of BBC's new Storm Heroes programme

A brand new BBC ALBA series called Storm Heroes - Gaisgich na Stoirme in Gaelic - will begin on Tuesday (November 15) with Caledonian MacBrayne playing a feature role.

UK's largest ferry operator to feature as part of BBC's new Storm Heroes programme: Find out more

Timetable amendments to ease disruption to Rothesay

Ferry operator CalMac is running an amended timetable to the Isle of Bute to try and minimise disruption caused by the withdrawal of one of the island's two vessels.

Timetable amendments to ease disruption to Rothesay: Find out more

CalMac's greatest fan, globe-trotting tales, good food for all - welcome to Caledonian MacBrayne's travel and tourism conference

•Record-breaking adventurer Mark Beaumont tells tourism and travel industry leaders that he continues 'to think that Scotland is the world's best adventure playground' •More than 100 people assemble in Glasgow to look at the future of the industry at the CalMac Travel and Tourism Conference 2016, held in Glasgow •Proceedings are opened and led throughout the day by self-confessed CalMac fan broadcaster, journalist and author Muriel Gray •Shirley Spear of internationally-acclaimed restaurant The Three Chimneys explains her aspirations to make Scotland a Good Food Nation

CalMac's greatest fan, globe-trotting tales, good food for all - welcome to Caledonian MacBrayne's travel and tourism conference: Find out more

CalMac at home on the sea - pushing the boat out with Skipinnish for unique film

In an innovative film exploring its enduring role at the heart of Scotland's west coast, CalMac launches Your West Coast campaign today (Thursday October 20) - a collaboration with well-known band Skipinnish.

CalMac at home on the sea - pushing the boat out with Skipinnish for unique film : Find out more

UK awards recognise Caledonian MacBrayne efforts in 2015 with special commendations

West coast ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has picked up two highly commended accolades at the National Transport Awards (NTA).

UK awards recognise Caledonian MacBrayne efforts in 2015 with special commendations: Find out more

MV Hebrides leaves dry dock and successfully completes sea trials

Caledonian MacBrayne ferry MV Hebrides left dry dock in Greenock and successfully completed sea trials today (Saturday October 15); she is now journeying north to Oban.

MV Hebrides leaves dry dock and successfully completes sea trials: Find out more

MV Hebrides to leave dry dock and resume service

Caledonian MacBrayne ferry MV Hebrides, which was involved in an incident at Lochmaddy on Sunday September 25, will leave dry dock after repairs in Greenock on Saturday (October 15).

MV Hebrides to leave dry dock and resume service: Find out more

And the winner is... CalMac shortlisted for two prestigious National Transport Awards

Operator of the UK's largest ferry network, Caledonian MacBrayne, has been shortlisted in two categories for prestigious UK-wide awards.

And the winner is... CalMac shortlisted for two prestigious National Transport Awards: Find out more

CalMac training comes closer to home for apprentices

A new link up with City of Glasgow College means all ferry operator CalMac's engineering and deck apprentices will now be trained in Scotland.

CalMac training comes closer to home for apprentices: Find out more

Ferry operator's MD to step down

Martin Dorchester, Managing Director of CalMac Ferries Ltd, and Chief Executive of its parent company David MacBrayne Ltd has announced his intention to step down from the company at the end of March 2017.

Ferry operator's MD to step down: Find out more

New west coast ferry contract starts

The £900m contract to operate ferry services on the west coast of Scotland, awarded to CalMac Ferries Ltd by Transport Scotland in May this year, comes into force tomorrow (October 1, 2016).

New west coast ferry contract starts: Find out more

MV Hebrides leaves Lochmaddy harbour bound for the Clyde

Caledonian MacBrayne's ferry MV Hebrides, which was involved in an incident on North Uist on Sunday (September 25), successfully sailed from Lochmaddy harbour shortly after 1515 today (Thursday September 29).

MV Hebrides leaves Lochmaddy harbour bound for the Clyde: Find out more

MV Hebrides update and latest contingency plans

Caledonian MacBrayne can confirm that, weather permitting, MV Hebrides will move from her current location at the pier in Lochmaddy, North Uist tomorrow (Thursday September 29) and begin her journey to Greenock. She will enter dry dock at the end of the week.

MV Hebrides update and latest contingency plans: Find out more

MV Hebrides will proceed to dry dock in Greenock

Caledonian MacBrayne's vessel MV Hebrides, which was involved in an incident at Lochmaddy harbour on Sunday (September 25) due to a mechanical failure, will proceed to dry dock in Greenock for repairs.

MV Hebrides will proceed to dry dock in Greenock: Find out more

CalMac issues weather warning

With winds forecast to gust up to 60 knots over the next two days, ferry operator CalMac has issued its first general weather warning of the season.

CalMac issues weather warning: Find out more

Update following yesterday's incident with MV Hebrides in Lochmaddy

Caledonian MacBrayne is continuing to form contingency plans in the wake of an incident involving MV Hebrides at Lochmaddy on North Uist yesterday (Sunday September 25).

Update following yesterday's incident with MV Hebrides in Lochmaddy: Find out more

CalMac confirms additional sailings to help ease disruption

Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed additional sailings to help ease disruption after the incident involving MV Hebrides this morning (1105, Sunday September 25).

CalMac confirms additional sailings to help ease disruption: Find out more

Media statement - MV Hebrides, Lochmaddy

Caledonian MacBrayne can confirm that there was an incident at Lochmaddy on North Uist. The incident occurred at 1105 on Sunday (September 25) as MV Hebrides, travelling from Tarbert on Harris, was approaching Lochmaddy Port.

Media statement - MV Hebrides, Lochmaddy: Find out more

Ferry improvements bring economic boost for islands

Businesses in the Western Isles are reporting an economic boost driven by increased ferry capacity and dedicated services.

Ferry improvements bring economic boost for islands: Find out more

Mallaig Armadale winter timetable now available

CalMac Ferries Ltd has confirmed that its full timetable for Winter 2016/17 is now available to book online.

Mallaig Armadale winter timetable now available: Find out more

One way system trial for Oban Pier

Ferry operator CalMac and port owner Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd are to trial a one way traffic system at the Oban terminal.

One way system trial for Oban Pier : Find out more

CalMac unveils plans for "new era" in west coast ferry services

Award-winning ferry operator CalMac Ferries Ltd has gone public for the first time with its ambitious plans to transform west coast ferry services in a new contract beginning on 1 October 2016 for up to eight years.

CalMac unveils plans for "new era" in west coast ferry services: Find out more

CALMAC SIGNS FERRY AND HARBOUR SERVICES CONTRACTS

Award-winning ferry operator CalMac Ferries Ltd (CalMac) is pleased to confirm that it has signed the formal contracts with Transport Scotland and Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) to operate ferries and harbours on the west coast of Scotland.

CALMAC SIGNS FERRY AND HARBOUR SERVICES CONTRACTS: Find out more

CalMac announces new routes for winter timetable

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne is launching new routes among other amendments to its winter timetable after community consultation.

CalMac announces new routes for winter timetable: Find out more

Let them eat cake - CalMac staff in Mallaig bake up a super-sweet £500 for MS Society

Two kind-hearted CalMac staff at Mallaig have raised £500 for the MS Society Scotland with a stall of delicious home-baking available for passengers at the port office.

Let them eat cake - CalMac staff in Mallaig bake up a super-sweet £500 for MS Society: Find out more

Two school pupils given innovative, new engineering work placement by CalMac

Two students from Inverclyde have been given an opportunity to gain valuable engineering skills thanks to a new initiative working with schools in the area.

Two school pupils given innovative, new engineering work placement by CalMac: Find out more

Ship shape on the beach! Kind-hearted staff at CalMac set about cleaning up Lunderston

A group of community-spirited Caledonian MacBrayne staff has stepped forward to carry out a clean-up in Lunderston Bay in Inverclyde.

Ship shape on the beach! Kind-hearted staff at CalMac set about cleaning up Lunderston: Find out more

MV Catriona starts final sea trials

The latest addition to ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne's fleet, MV Catriona, is starting advanced sea trials around Arran and Cumbrae.

MV Catriona starts final sea trials: Find out more

MV Hebridean Isles returns to Islay

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) has confirmed that repairs to the MV Hebridean Isles have been completed and she currently en route to Islay. She is due to arrive later today (Tuesday, August 9) and will enter service as soon as practicable.

MV Hebridean Isles returns to Islay: Find out more

CalMac announces extra capacity for Islay

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne is redeploying a vessel to Islay and moving another to 24 hour working to increase capacity on the route.

CalMac announces extra capacity for Islay: Find out more

CalMac charters replacement vessel to increase Islay capacity

Ferry operator CalMac has chartered a freight vessel for the next six days to increase capacity on the Islay service.

CalMac charters replacement vessel to increase Islay capacity: Find out more

CalMac puts focus on healthy eating on-board

A healthier approach to food on-board Caledonian MacBrayne ferries has been recognised by a national NHS-backed scheme.

CalMac puts focus on healthy eating on-board: Find out more

CalMac boosts Craignure's first aid capability

Craignure on Mull is the latest CalMac location to have its first aid capability boosted with a defibrillator.

CalMac boosts Craignure's first aid capability: Find out more

Greenock's Demi takes top award for saving the big day

Seven newly wed couples had CalMac employee Demi Wylie to thank for saving their big day and she's now been recognised for her efforts at the Scottish Transport Awards.

Greenock's Demi takes top award for saving the big day: Find out more

CalMac hails success of P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea

More than 25,000 people packed the esplanade at Greenock over the weekend to support the inaugural P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea.

CalMac hails success of P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea : Find out more

Inaugural St Kilda Challenge hailed as great success as Moonstruck Too takes victory

After 100 nautical miles and almost exactly 23 hours at sea, Moonstruck Too, Gordon Lawson's J122, took victory at the inaugural St Kilda Challenge.

Inaugural St Kilda Challenge hailed as great success as Moonstruck Too takes victory: Find out more

And they're off! Racers and cruisers head for UK's remotest outpost in St Kilda Challenge

At 9.30am today (Friday June 10), 27 yachts left the Sound of Harris in Scotland's Outer Hebrides with their sights set firmly on the St Kilda archipelago - a return journey of some 100 nautical miles.

And they're off! Racers and cruisers head for UK's remotest outpost in St Kilda Challenge: Find out more

Eyes west! Thirty yachts arrive at Lochmaddy to take part in inaugural St Kilda Challenge

A fleet of 30 yachts has arrived at the North Uist village of Lochmaddy in Scotland's Outer Hebrides in advance of the inaugural St Kilda Challenge.

Eyes west! Thirty yachts arrive at Lochmaddy to take part in inaugural St Kilda Challenge : Find out more

Three shortlistings for CalMac teams at the Scottish Transport Awards in Glasgow

Teams at Caledonian MacBrayne have been rewarded for their efforts with three shortlisted nominations for the Scottish Transport Awards.

Three shortlistings for CalMac teams at the Scottish Transport Awards in Glasgow: Find out more

CALMAC STATEMENT ON MALLAIG-ARMADALE ROUTE

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) has confirmed it intends making no further changes to the Mallaig-Armadale service this summer but has agreed, after listening to community concerns, that it will review vessel deployment for summer 2017 in consultation with affected communities.

CALMAC STATEMENT ON MALLAIG-ARMADALE ROUTE: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne's free public access wi-fi rollout progressing across network

Almost half of the 200-mile long Caledonian MacBrayne network is now live with free public access wi-fi - and the remainder will be completed in early July.

Caledonian MacBrayne's free public access wi-fi rollout progressing across network: Find out more

Extra Islay sailings

Due to a continuing electrical fault on the MV Finlaggan's mezzanine deck impacting vehicle capacity, extra sailings are being laid on this weekend (Saturday May 28).

Extra Islay sailings: Find out more

Finlaggan on full service for Islay whisky festival

The MV Finlaggan's mezzanine vehicle deck is now back in full working order in time for the Islay Festival of Music and Malt, ferry operator CalMac has confirmed.

Finlaggan on full service for Islay whisky festival: Find out more

CalMac welcomes tender award

CalMac, one of Europe's leading transport operators, has welcomed Transport Scotland's decision to award it the Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS) contract for up to eight years.

CalMac welcomes tender award: Find out more

Buying, selling and serving local gives CalMac a nod at the Scottish Food and Drink Awards

An unwavering commitment to buying, serving and selling local produce on board a fleet of ferries has won a nomination at Scotland's Food and Drink Awards.

Buying, selling and serving local gives CalMac a nod at the Scottish Food and Drink Awards: Find out more

Stornoway and Ullapool route will be first to pilot changes to CalMac's ticketing system

Passengers on CalMac's Ullapool to Stornoway route will be the first to trial new enhancements to the company's ticketing system.

Stornoway and Ullapool route will be first to pilot changes to CalMac's ticketing system: Find out more

CalMac commissioned report looks at next 25 years' Argyll and Clyde marine economy

The independent report commissioned by CalMac was co-authored and compiled by MacArthur Green environmental consultants and academic specialists at University of the West of Scotland...

CalMac commissioned report looks at next 25 years' Argyll and Clyde marine economy: Find out more

Renewed global customer service standards secured

CalMac, the UK's largest ferry, operator has successfully renewed its Global Standard Accreditation for customer care in the face of a 37% increase in calls over the past year. The company's 46 strong customer operations team was again given the much coveted quality assurance mark by the Contact Centre Association (CCA) for its helpfulness and professionalism.

Renewed global customer service standards secured: Find out more

CalMac goes Gaelic with social media

Staff at CalMac's customer operations centre are on a crash learning course to reach out to more Gaelic speakers through social media. Six volunteers from the customer team in Gourock are going through a Gaelic beginners course to enable them to start posting service update tweets bilingually.

CalMac goes Gaelic with social media: Find out more

CalMac backing brings national science workshops to remote areas for the first time

Primary school children across some of Scotland's remotest west coast areas will benefit from a touring science education programme for the first time.

CalMac backing brings national science workshops to remote areas for the first time: Find out more

CalMac's Small Isles ferry becomes the latest in the fleet to achieve Taste Our Best status

A ferry serving Scotland's Small Isles has become the 11th in Caledonian MacBrayne's fleet to achieve the national Taste Our Best status.

CalMac's Small Isles ferry becomes the latest in the fleet to achieve Taste Our Best status: Find out more

Arran route first for new mobility access trial

Both ferries to Arran are trialling a new booking system that should improve the travelling experience for passengers with mobility problems.

Arran route first for new mobility access trial: Find out more

CalMac enlists the unlikely help of the 'Eejits' to show millennials what they're missing

Caledonian MacBrayne's brand new campaign for summer 2016 has firmly stuck on a fun badge to challenge the doubting millennial visitor to head for the isles. Hold on to your (woolly) hats!

CalMac enlists the unlikely help of the 'Eejits' to show millennials what they're missing: Find out more

New disruption warnings keep customers better informed

Ferry operator CalMac is changing the way it alerts customers to disrupted services following feedback from passengers. An additional service status of yellow is being added to the existing green, amber and red categories on their website to give passengers clearer information about potential disruption.

New disruption warnings keep customers better informed: Find out more

CalMac announces new single dive support contract

Shearwater Marine Services Ltd has been appointed as the lead contractor to provide diving support services to ferry operator CalMac. The company, based in Dunoon, will now be responsible for all diving support to CalMac's 31 strong fleet and harbour operations after winning the competitive tender competition.

CalMac announces new single dive support contract: Find out more

Bus link agreed for new Lochboisdale Mallaig service

Ferry operator CalMac has signed a deal with Fort William based Shiel Buses to provide onward links for foot passengers using the new Lochboisdale to Mallaig service.

Bus link agreed for new Lochboisdale Mallaig service: Find out more

First day for MV Isle of Lewis in Oban

MV Isle of Lewis will be a familiar sight in Oban Bay over the summer as she picks up the new daily service to Barra.

First day for MV Isle of Lewis in Oban : Find out more

Increased service to Mull starts

MV Coruisk begins her new role as the second vessel on the Oban to Craignure run - increasing capacity for the Isle of Mull and making the mainland commutable for islanders for the first time

Increased service to Mull starts: Find out more

MV Argyle returns to service at Wemyss Bay pier

After a six month absence while harbour improvement work was completed, MV Argyle is back at Wemyss Bay as CalMac resumes normal service to Rothesay.

MV Argyle returns to service at Wemyss Bay pier : Find out more

CalMac takes title at National Tourism Awards

West coast ferry operator CalMac has picked an award at the UK National Coach Tourism Awards. They were crowned Cross Sea Carrier Of The Year at a ceremony in Birmingham last night (March 16).

CalMac takes title at National Tourism Awards: Find out more

CalMac lends backing to inaugural P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea at Inverclyde

Operator of the UK's largest ferry network, Caledonian MacBrayne has committed support to the first ever P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea.

CalMac lends backing to inaugural P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea at Inverclyde: Find out more

Wemyss Bay to reopen for Easter

CalMac services to Rothesay will restart from Wemyss Bay on Good Friday (March 25). The pier has been closed for six months for essential repairs with services diverted to Gourock but will reopen for travel again in time for the Easter weekend.

Wemyss Bay to reopen for Easter: Find out more

Safety evacuation system upgrade for MV Coruisk

A new-state-of-the-art lifesaving system is being fitted to the MV Coruisk before it takes on its new summer sailing schedule between Oban and Mull.

Safety evacuation system upgrade for MV Coruisk: Find out more

CalMac giveaway for National Ferry Fortnight

West coast operator CalMac is giving away 1000 free tickets as part of National Ferry Fortnight.

CalMac giveaway for National Ferry Fortnight: Find out more

Port Ellen temporary closure

​Essential repair work at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal will require ferry operator CalMac to divert all Islay services to Port Askaig for a period of around three weeks. The port's linkspan is being replaced, along with cylinders and pipework being upgraded by owner, Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL), requiring closure from April 18.

Port Ellen temporary closure: Find out more

Tune in to CalMac Culture Music 2016

Ferry operator CalMac is again looking for the best in new Scottish talent to play a set at some of the country's biggest summer music festivals. Now in its third year CalMac Culture Music for up and coming singers and bands is now open for entries. Finalists will battle it out on the iconic stage at King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow on March 31 for a chance to take the stage at one of nine festivals taking place across the west coast.

Tune in to CalMac Culture Music 2016: Find out more

New film encourages CalMac careers

CalMac's Fort William tour office manager stars centre stage in a new video to help young people make better decisions on their career choices.

New film encourages CalMac careers: Find out more

Safety evacuation system upgrade for MV Loch Portain

A new-state-of-the-art lifesaving system is being fitted to the MV Loch Portain during its annual refit this year. The new Maritime Evacuation System (MES) will be obvious to regular passengers as it is being relocated from the vehicle deck to the passenger deck. The new equipment will significantly speed up the vessel's evacuation in the event of an emergency.

Safety evacuation system upgrade for MV Loch Portain: Find out more

CalMac picks up first ever Creative Business prize at Arts and Business Scotland Awards

The UK's largest ferry network operator, Caledonian MacBrayne, has picked up the inaugural Creative Business Award at the Arts and Business Scotland Awards.

CalMac picks up first ever Creative Business prize at Arts and Business Scotland Awards: Find out more

Storm Henry - advice for customers

With the arrival of Storm Henry, adverse weather conditions are predicted to affect Scotland's west coast and Caledonian MacBrayne is advising passengers to check ahead on the company's website, social media feeds or app for disruptions across the network.

Storm Henry - advice for customers: Find out more

CalMac pulls out all the stops to get services through to west coast communities - but disruptions persist

As the tail end of Storm Gertrude persists, bringing difficult conditions to Scotland's west coast, services across Caledonian MacBrayne's 200-mile long network continue to be disrupted and passengers are, once again, advised to check ahead.

CalMac pulls out all the stops to get services through to west coast communities - but disruptions persist: Find out more

Tail end of Storm Jonas to cause ferry disruption

West Coast ferry services are expected to catch the tail end of the storm that brought near-record snowfall to the eastern US this week.

Tail end of Storm Jonas to cause ferry disruption: Find out more

Largs Ferry Terminal Upgrade

Work is starting to upgrade facilities at Largs Ferry Terminal.

Largs Ferry Terminal Upgrade: Find out more

New CalMac summer timetable brings benefits across West Coast

Improved ferry services across the west coast for this summer have now been finalised between Transport Scotland, local communities and ferry operator CalMac.

New CalMac summer timetable brings benefits across West Coast : Find out more

CalMac runs 75% of services in face of Storm Frank

Through flexible timetabling and responsive crewing, ferry operator CalMac managed to run around 75% of services to keep islands and isolated communities connected during Storm Frank.

CalMac runs 75% of services in face of Storm Frank: Find out more

CalMac meets weather challenge with emergency timetable

In the face of severe weather warnings ferry operator CalMac is radically altering some sailings in an effort to get people home for Christmas.

CalMac meets weather challenge with emergency timetable : Find out more

MV Coruisk start date confirmed for Gourock-Dunoon

CalMac ferry MV Coruisk will again provide extra cover on the Gourock-Dunoon crossing this winter. The vessel will be deployed on December 28 until the end of March 2016.

MV Coruisk start date confirmed for Gourock-Dunoon: Find out more

CalMac is first ferry company to pick up Contact Centre Association global award

CalMac Ferries' customer services staff have picked up the Contact Centre Association's global accreditation at a ceremony in Glasgow - the first ferry company ever to achieve the standard.

CalMac is first ferry company to pick up Contact Centre Association global award: Find out more

Third hybrid ferry launches on the Clyde

A cutting edge ferry, which is the third of three unique 'hybrid' vessels, was launched on the Clyde today at Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd's (FMEL) shipyard in Port Glasgow.

Third hybrid ferry launches on the Clyde: Find out more

CalMac Culture Screen winner's prize film goes live on Caledonian MacBrayne website

A budding amateur film maker from Oban, who won the first CalMac Culture Screen competition, has premiered his short movie in Glasgow, to great acclaim.

CalMac Culture Screen winner's prize film goes live on Caledonian MacBrayne website: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne issues safety warning over swimming at the Armadale ferry port

Members of the public have been asked not to swim or dive at Armadale Ferry Terminal on the isle of Skye by Caledonian MacBrayne staff.

Caledonian MacBrayne issues safety warning over swimming at the Armadale ferry port: Find out more

Temporary Ullapool diversion starts next week

Improvement works to Ullapool Harbour's linkspan are on course to start on Monday (April 20) meaning the closure of the port to vehicular traffic for a period of four weeks

Temporary Ullapool diversion starts next week: Find out more

Tasty! Shopping locally nets nomination for CalMac at Scottish Food and Drink Awards

​Caledonian MacBrayne's commitment to sourcing and serving Scottish produce has been recognised with a nomination at the Scottish Food and Drink Awards.

Tasty! Shopping locally nets nomination for CalMac at Scottish Food and Drink Awards: Find out more

Inverness and Thurso band Gabbro picks up festival slot at CalMac Culture Music finals

A five-piece band, with members from both Inverness and Thurso, has taken one of CalMac Culture Music's hotly-contested festival slots.

Inverness and Thurso band Gabbro picks up festival slot at CalMac Culture Music finals: Find out more

Extra Sailings for Arran

Increased demand from weekenders heading to the Isle of Arran for the Easter break has led ferry operator CalMac to lay on extra sailings.

Extra Sailings for Arran: Find out more

CalMac's MV Argyle hosts Les Gitanes with Jazz on the Ferry wowing passengers

Passengers on Caledonian MacBrayne's Wemyss Bay to Rothesay ferries have been treated to a series of special musical performances.

CalMac's MV Argyle hosts Les Gitanes with Jazz on the Ferry wowing passengers: Find out more

CalMac's MV Finlaggan wins international safety award

UK's busiest malt whisky ferry wins an International Safety Award with merit. Caledonian MacBrayne's MV Finlaggan ferry has won an International Safety Award with merit from the British Safety Council.

CalMac's MV Finlaggan wins international safety award: Find out more

New timetables go live for extra Stornoway-Ullapool sailings

Details of the four new additional sailings linking Stornoway and Ullapool over the summer have now been published by ferry operator CalMac. The two extra return journeys on Fridays and Saturdays will run from Friday, June 26 to Saturday, August 29 and will provide a significant boost for tourists getting to and from the the island.

New timetables go live for extra Stornoway-Ullapool sailings: Find out more

Ullapool Harbour improvements bring temporary diversion

Improvements to Ullapool Harbour's linkspan will mean the closure of the port to vehicular traffic from April 20 to May 18. There will be a temporary service introduced from Stornoway to Uig to allow continued traffic to flow between Lewis and the mainland.

Ullapool Harbour improvements bring temporary diversion: Find out more

Fares harmonised for duration of Ullapool upgrade work

Transport Scotland have decided to harmonise fares on the temporary Stornoway-Uig crossing with the Tarbert-Uig route for the duration of the upgrade work at Ullapool harbour.

Fares harmonised for duration of Ullapool upgrade work: Find out more

Tune up, tune in - CalMac Culture's search for new music talent launches for 2015

Two rising music stars were discovered last year when the UK's largest ferry network operator launched the CalMac Culture Music competition.

Tune up, tune in - CalMac Culture's search for new music talent launches for 2015: Find out more

Caledonian MacBrayne prepares for digital transformation roll-out during 2015

Caledonian MacBrayne told a conference today (January 23) how it is among the leading UK transport operators in digital infrastructure transformation.

Caledonian MacBrayne prepares for digital transformation roll-out during 2015: Find out more

Caledonian Macbrayne confirms sponsorship of Bee's Knees customer focus award

Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed sponsorship of the Excellence in Customer Focus Award for Greenock Chamber of Commerce's Bee's Knees Awards.

Caledonian Macbrayne confirms sponsorship of Bee's Knees customer focus award: Find out more

CalMac congratulates those shortlisted for RYA Scotland's awards in Glasgow

The operator of the UK's largest ferry network, headquartered in Inverclyde at Gourock, has long invested in talented youth, including its own cadets scheme, and was proud to put its name to three awards recognising some of the country's current and rising stars.

CalMac congratulates those shortlisted for RYA Scotland's awards in Glasgow: Find out more

CalMac update on plans for MV Loch Seaforth and Ullapool linkspan works

Following the meeting of the Stornoway-Ullapool Taskforce set up by Transport Minister Derek Mackay last week, senior managers at ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) have been refining their plans for services during the Ullapool linkspan works and deployment of the MV Loch Seaforth.

CalMac update on plans for MV Loch Seaforth and Ullapool linkspan works: Find out more

New date set for Ullapool harbour linkspan closure

Ullapool linkspan was due to close to vehicular traffic for a period of six weeks from February 22 to allow the new replacement linkspan to be fitted. However, delays to the Stornoway upgrade, necessary for the new MV Loch Seaforth to come onto the Stornoway-Ullapool service means that the closure has had to be postponed until April 20.

New date set for Ullapool harbour linkspan closure: Find out more

CalMac warns of possible severe weather disruptions

Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is warning ferry travellers that forecasters are predicting strong winds to affect many parts of its network at the end of the week and over the weekend, bringing the possibility of major disruptions to ferry services at times.

CalMac warns of possible severe weather disruptions: Find out more

Debit card changes

Debit card changes After monitoring fare payment on certain routes ferry operator CalMac is withdrawing the ability to pay with certain debit cards.

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Investment for Ullapool harbour set to enhance ferry services

INVESTMENT FOR ULLAPOOL HARBOUR SET TO ENHANCE FERRY SERVICES Ferry operator CalMac has published details of its services from Stornoway when Ullapool linkspan is closed to vehicle traffic from the end of February 2015 due to replacement work .

Investment for Ullapool harbour set to enhance ferry services: Find out more

CalMac chief praises first Scottish Rural Parliament

Martin Dorchester, Managing Director of award-winning ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne ( CalMac) has praised the organisers and participants of the first Scottish Rural Parliament held in Oban last week.

CalMac chief praises first Scottish Rural Parliament: Find out more

Transport Minister visits MV Loch Seaforth

TRANSPORT MINISTER VISITS MV LOCH SEAFORTH Scottish Transport Minister Keith Brown MSP, today (Tuesday, November 11) paid a visit to the newest ship in the CalMac fleet, MV Loch Seaforth, which arrived in Scotland from Germany on Friday.

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