Case study
拢26.8 million to upgrade Fair Isle ferry (Levelling Up Fund 2)
Almost 拢27 million from the Levelling Up Fund has been provisionally allocated to Shetland Islands Council to help fund a new ferry for Fair Isle.
The Fair Isle ferry
The Fair Isle ferry provides a vital link between Fair Isle, the most remote habited island in the United Kingdom, and Shetland mainland. The Isle鈥檚 current ferry, Good Shepherd IV, is nearing the end of its lifespan. After functioning for 37 years, it has become slow and unreliable. A new, larger vessel will ensure that Fair Isle remains a habitable place for years to come.
The new ferry will help islanders:
- access healthcare and education
- welcome visitors
- import essential supplies
The new ferry will host several new features, including:
- a roll-on roll-off (Ro-Ro) ferry service
- increased passenger capacity
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Published 23 October 2023