RAILSCOT | Technical failure causes major disruption to Arran ferry route [BBC News]

Technical failure causes major disruption to Arran ferry route [BBC News]

Date: 07/10/2019

CalMac^s MV Caledonia Isles is unable to operate between Ardrossan and Brodick due to broken infrastructure.

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Major technical failure disrupts Arran ferry

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CalMac's service between Ardrossan and Brodick is unable to carry vehicles due to broken infrastructure.

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Technical failure causes major disruption to Arran ferry route [BBC News]

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