CalMac Ferries Limited

Don't miss the latest special episode of Scottish Island Adventures podcast, where co-host Nati Galloway takes you on an exciting journey to Lochmaddy in North Uist, where she discovers some of the fascinating histories of Caledonian MacBrayne. The episode features two of our employees, John MacDonald and Mary Morrison, as well as special guests with host Coinneach MacLeod. 🎧 Listen now at: https://bit.ly/40Er6CZ

MV Glen Sannox has successfully completed a berthing trial at Brodick Ferry Terminal on Arran. Everything went exactly as planned, demonstrating the vessel’s readiness to safely dock, and marks another step closer to her hand-over. Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Limited Caledonian Maritime Assets

To round off #ScotClimateWeek, we’re proud to share our own Story for Change – the launch of Caledonian MacBrayne’s Environmental Plan 2024-27. With the implementation of this three-year plan, we have committed to achieve five goals with climate change mitigation being the driving force behind them. ⚓️ Providing a more sustainable service 📉 Reducing scope 2 & 3 emissions by 2% annually 🌿 Supporting the economic growth of island communities & their carbon-neutral journey ♻️ Increasing recycling rates to over 70% & cutting landfill to 5% by 2028 🐾 Actively contributing to biosecurity & conservation across our network Together, we're committed to improving every journey. You can learn more about our plan here: https://lnkd.in/eVsze-3m

A beautiful sight for the crew of MV Glen Sannox as she sailed down the Clyde at the weekend - a pod of dolphins playing off the bow.

This #ScotClimateWeek, our colleagues have shared their #StoriesForChange – even the smallest of actions can make a big difference in tackling climate change for a healthier, happier Scotland. Here are just some of the ways our staff are contributing... ♻️ MV Lochnevis switched to reusable cups and expanded food waste recycling. An impactful step towards sustainability at sea! 📚 The Armadale port team grows plants from seeds and runs a charity book stall, allowing customers to grab a second hand book and support a great cause. 💡 On the Isle of Coll, the port team optimises recycling and cuts energy use – even helping a farmer with shredded paper for chicken bedding. 🌱 The crew on MV Isle of Arran turned excess galley food into a delicious, zero-waste Mexican feast during a downtime. Together, small steps create a lasting impact. What are your #StoriesForChange? 📸: dylan.outbound

It’s not long until we bid farewell to MV Hebridean Isles, a CalMac stalwart, who is set for a well-earned retirement this November, almost 40 years after joining the fleet. We would really like to gather your fond memories of her, so that we can give the old lady a good send off. Please share your stories and photos with us so that we can mark the occasion with style! Email your memories to our comms team at [email protected] by 29 September.

Welcome aboard to CalMac's new modern apprentices! A total of 20 people aged 17-24 from across the CalMac network have joined the popular course, which has trained more than 150 apprentices since it was created in 2013. Angus Murray, 17 and from Ness in Lewis, said: “I’ve always wanted to work with engines, and am really looking forward to learning new skills. There’s a lot of things to learn on board, and this is such a good opportunity.” Read on for more details.

All the best for the new season to the new Argyll and the Islands Youth Football Association (AIYFA), sponsored by CalMac! #communities

With two new vessels close to arrival, investment in key infrastructure and the expansion of local teams, we are optimistic that the ferry service will improve. Our CEO recently spoke to The Scotsman about our priorities to deliver a reliable service to island communities on Scotland's west coast.

It’s great to see works at Kennacraig and Port Askaig reach important milestones as we prepare for new vessels which will add resilience and capacity to Islay. Find out more ⬇️