Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that MV Bruernish, built in James Lamont and Co Ltd, Port Glasgow, 1973, has left the CalMac fleet.

The ship was sold yesterday (Monday) and left Oban today bound for her new home port.

CalMac understands that the ship will be used to operate freight services on the west coast of Ireland.

CalMac Operations Director Phil Preston said: “We wish the ship and her new owners well. MV Bruernish has served the company well, particularly on the Gigha station for 13 years, and I am sure that her new owners will find her a useful addition to their own operation.”

For further information on the contents of this News Release, please contact Hugh Dan MacLennan, Head of Communication and Customer Care, Caledonian MacBrayne.   Tel: 0776 435 4021; e-mail hugh.maclennan@calmac.co.uk.

Issued: Tuesday,  September 25, 2006 : 1600