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Scottish Forestry says 225,000 tonnes of wood will be transported by sea to Ayrshire. The Scottish government agency said the move would save about 2.2 million lorry miles - including 9,750 fewer lorry trips via the A82 - and prevent the release of almost 4,000 tonnes of harmful CO2 emissions.
(Permalink) Ardrishaig Associated British Ports Auchinleck Ayr Campbeltown Girvan Irvine Sandbank Scottish Forestry Timber Troon |
Ferry users will be asked to share their views on the temporary relocation of the Ardrossan/Brodick Campbeltown service to Troon at a series of community consultation events later this month.
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Sailings on CalMacs Ardrossan-Campbeltown route have been cancelled from today as one of the ferry operators vessels has been withdrawn from service. [Due to a re-allocation of vessels to routes following the MV Hebrides withdrawal for repair. -RS]
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The Ardrossan to Campbeltown ferry service is to be broken up by a stop on Arran to accommodate travellers to the island on peak days.
(Permalink) Ardrossan Arran Brodick Campbeltown |
There are calls for a year-round ferry service to help mitigate the problems caused by one of Scotland's most enduring road problems.
(Permalink) Ardrossan Campbeltown Ferry Rest and Be Thankful |