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Four Shipyards Shortlisted for Northern Isles Freight Ferries














Four Shipyards Shortlisted for Northern Isles Freight Ferries














September 26, 2025

  • Transport Scotland has informed that procurement of two new freight ferries for the Northern Isles has progressed to the Invite to Tender stage.
  • The vessels aim to strengthen network resilience and support island communities.
  • Initial assessments reviewed shipyard facilities, capacity and capability.
  • Four shortlisted yards will now be invited to tender (alphabetical order):
    • Cemre – Turkey
    • GSI – China
    • Stena UK with reliance partner CMJL (Weihai)










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