HEBRIDEAN ISLES

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Delivery to breakers delayed due to Brexit

The 'Hebridean Isles', due to be scrapped has been given a stay of execution due to the Brexit. After the final sailing to Islay, the ferry has been anchored at King George V dock on the Clyde, awaiting transfer to Denmark to be scrapped. That was first mooted for April, but the ship has been unable to enter the European Union due to regulations over hazardous waste. The issue is believed to be related to the freezer compartments on board, and in particular the insulation used in their construction. From salvaging engine parts to removing hazardous material, The project has been closely managed to ensure compliance with all partners, such as the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Danish equivalent. It was in the final stages of completing the required paperwork, and Calmac hoped to see her start the journey to Denmark as soon as all necessary permissions are granted. The rules have changed since Brexit and it takes more time to obtain approvals on paperwork. When paired with the complexity of decommissioning work to retain important parts of the vessel, the project has taken slightly longer than originally planned.

sold to Breakers

Sold to Breakers

Ferry to be recycled in Esbjerg

Until May 9. 2025, a small group of seafarers stayed with the 'Hebridean Isles' while she was berthed at King George V docks in Glasgow since mid-November 2024. CalMac continued to crew the vessel, at minimum manning levels, under charter until CMAL finalised arrangements to tow the vessel, dead ship, to a recycling facility at Esbjerg. Report with photos: https://www.hebrides-news.com/calmac-crew-farewell-hebridean-isle-leaves-scotland-scrapping-9525.html?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwKNVD1jbGNrAo1UM2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEe2pWbXh4VSjb7NHLM82oRsKwtW1qom991hwyOID68VVAopEugIqXuDRru33g_aem_k-4FgaYa0-6tM-760XrCQg