B C Ferries
Local Route Analysis
Caledonian MacBrayne
Caledonian MacBrayne has a history that stretches back more than 170 years. Our name is synonymous with the west coast of Scotland, providing vital lifeline ferry services and carrying millions of people each year to and from the islands and remote peninsular communities. In 1990, Caledonian MacBrayne became wholly owned by the Scottish Government.
Orkney and Shetland (NorthLink)
NorthLink Ferries is an operator of passenger and vehicle ferries between Aberdeen and the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.
Until 2002, the northern islands were served by P&O Scottish Ferries until the contract was awarded to NorthLink Ferries, then a joint venture between Caledonian MacBrayne and the Royal Bank of Scotland. Since July 2012, it has been operated by international services company Serco on behalf of the Scottish Government..
Island Transportation 