News from the network

Day in, day out, in all conditions, our people operate the UK’s largest and most complex ferry network. It's through the hard work and resilience of these teams and individuals that we deliver our lifeline service in Scotland's most challenging waters. They are the people behind the journey.

Here, we shine a light on the often unseen and unheard stories from across the Caledonian MacBrayne network that mark their dedication.

These stories are not unique – they are just some of the examples that remind us that our people, the places we sail to and those we serve are at CalMac's heart and soul. The pages will be updated regularly so please come back and visit us soon again.

News from the CalMac network

Take a moment to read and watch some of our stories, which shine a light on the often unseen stories from across the CalMac network - including the amazing team of people powering each and every journey.

When the sea meets the road

Go behind the scenes of the exhibition marking 175 years since the roots of Caledonian MacBrayne were first established.

The small ferry MV Carvoria sails across to the Isle of Kerrera

Catching the ferry home

CalMac’s cargo is varied and often unusual – each one telling the story of how intrinsic our services are to island life. None more so than one of our recent shipments to Kerrera.

Our People. Making a Difference

Each and every day, throughout the CalMac network, our hard working team do all that they can to get people where they are going safely and soundly. This sometimes involves going the extra mile, something we are always proud to do. Here are some recent stories that shine a light on the amazing people we have working with us.

Two members of the CalMac crew, in high visibiity clothing, working at the bow of the ship with rope.

The most important journey

Needing to get home when a family member is seriously ill and urgently needs you is one of the most important and emotional journeys you can make.

behind-every-vessel

Our hard working teams are the people behind every journey. Here we meet the Faulds Park team - critical to supporting and maintaining our beloved fleet of vessels.

The island's heartbeat

Our journeys are powered by people who care deeply about what they do. Explore their stories in their own words.

Terry's story

Terry, port supervisor in Port Askaig chats about why the ferry, and the ferry terminal is the heartbeat of Islay.

A picture of Terry, a CalMac Port Supervisor out on the Port in her high visibility workwear.

Terry's story

Terry, port supervisor in Port Askaig chats about why the ferry, and the ferry terminal is the heartbeat of Islay.

Gary's story

Gary, port assistant explains how special he feels it is to play a role in the life of his local community.

Gary, Port assistant at CalMac at the port in his high visibility workwear.

Gary's story

Gary, port assistant explains how special he feels it is to play a role in the life of his local community.

Paul's story

All in a day’s work – hear how a fishing boat in difficulty received critical support from the crew of MV Argyle following a request from Belfast coast guard.

Image of Paul, a Chief Officer with Caledonian MacBrayne

Paul's story

All in a day’s work – hear how a fishing boat in difficulty received critical support from the crew of MV Argyle following a request from Belfast coast guard.

Our team in Coll

Tasha, Georgia and Rosie in Coll chat about both the satisfaction and challenges they experience as women in the maritime industry.

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