A fourth of ferry operator CalMac's lifeline vessels has become sidelined to passengers due to problems with a gearbox.
(Permalink) Caledonian MacBrayne MV Loch Portain

Concerns have been raised about food shortages and tourists sleeping in cars as a Calmac ferry breakdown caused most services on a key Outer Hebridean island route to be cancelled over the weekend.
(Permalink) Berneray Caledonian MacBrayne Leverburgh MV Loch Portain

A ferry route in the Outer Hebrides has been restored following a weekend of disruption - but at a reduced service.
(Permalink) Berneray Leverburgh MV Loch Bhrusda MV Loch Portain