Rathlin Ferry Operator Replaced Following Failure
The Ballycastle – Rathlin ferry has a new operator after the Rathlin Island Ferry Company went into liquidation.
Rathlin Island Ferry
A Quick September News Roundup
A quick roundup of some recent news stories featuring NI vessels past and current which haven’t warranted their own separate post.
Reduced Rathlin Island Ferry Service as Rathlin Express goes for dry dock
The Rathlin Island Ferry will be operating a reduced service this coming week, as the passenger catamaran RATHLIN EXPRESS will be in dry dock.
Rathlin Express | Rathlin Island Ferry Co
Profile of the Rathlin Island passenger catamaran ferry RATHLIN EXPRESS. Includes an overview of her history, technical specifications, and photographs.
Vessel Profile: Spirit of Rathlin
Profile of the Rathlin Island passenger and vehicle ferry SPIRIT OF RATHLIN. Includes an overview of her history, technical specifications, and photographs.
New ferry for Rathlin Island service
Transport Minister Danny Kennedy has announced that the £2.8million contract to build a replacement car ferry for service between Ballycastle and Rathlin Island has been won by Irish based Arklow Marine Services. ~ Friday, 22 May 2015 The new vessel, to replace the existing MV Canna, is expected to be in service from the end of the summer next year. Danny Kennedy said: “Today we see a very significant step forward in delivering a much needed new car ferry for the people of Rathlin Island and indeed for visitors to this unique part of Northern Ireland. “The new ferry which has been specifically designed to operate on the waters between Ballycastle and Rathlin Island will replace the now 40 year old MV Canna. “I congratulate Arklow Marine Services on their successful bid in the open competition which attracted interest from shipyards across Europe. I look forward to following the progress of … Read more
