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Isle-Of-Lewis

IMO Number
9085974
Vessel Type
Passenger Ro Ro Cargo Ship
Flag
United Kingdom

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Vessel Specifications

MMSI
232002521
Callsign
MVNP4
Width
18.0 m
Length
101.0 m

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Latest News

Temporary Breakdown: Isle of Lewis Faces Technical Challenges
May 18, 2026

On May 15, the 'Isle of Lewis', a prominent ferry operating the Ullapool-Stornoway route, encountered exhaust issues that led to a delay in its schedule. After addressing the problem, the vessel was a...

CalMac Addresses Steelwork Challenges for Isle of Lewis Maintenance
Feb 25, 2026

CalMac has unveiled a significant requirement for additional steelwork on its vessel, 'Isle of Lewis', prompting a review of its deployment schedules from early March through to the end of May. This d...

Isle of Lewis Faces Bow Ramp Complications on Oban-Castlebay Route
Dec 16, 2025

On December 16, 2023, the ferry Isle of Lewis encountered a technical difficulty with its bow ramp while navigating the Oban-Castlebay route. This malfunction led to the implementation of an altered t...

Isle of Lewis Ferry Returns to Oban for Technical Investigations
Dec 12, 2025

On December 12, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis', which operates on the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered a technical issue. As a precaution, the vessel was redirected back to Oban for necessary investigatio...

Repair Efforts Underway for Isle of Lewis in Stornoway Following Equipment Defect
Dec 05, 2025

On December 3, the ferry Isle of Lewis, which operates the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered a defect in essential life-saving equipment, leading to the cancellation of all scheduled sailings for the...

Isle of Lewis Faces Delays Due to Bow Thruster Debris
Dec 04, 2025

On December 2, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis', which operates on the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered an unexpected issue when debris obstructed its bow thruster. This complication led to a delay for the...

Car Deck Ventilation Repairs Restored Full Capacity on Isle of Lewis
Nov 17, 2025

The 'Isle of Lewis', which operates the Ullapool-Stornoway route, has successfully completed repairs on its car deck ventilation system. As of November 17, the ferry reinstated its full vehicle capaci...

Isle of Lewis Ferry Implements Additional Sailings Amid Ventilation System Issue
Nov 14, 2025

The Isle of Lewis ferry, which operates on the Ullapool-Stornoway route, is currently facing operational challenges due to a fault in its car deck ventilation system. As a result, the vessel is limite...

Isle of Lewis Ferry Service Faces Restrictions Due to Ventilation System Issues
Nov 10, 2025

Passengers aboard the 'Isle of Lewis' ferry experienced significant travel restrictions following a malfunction in the car deck's ventilation system. As a result, all sailings through 2:30 p.m. on Nov...

Delay Hits Isle of Lewis Ferry on Ullapool-Stornoway Route
Oct 27, 2025

On October 26, 2023, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis,' which operates between Ullapool and Stornoway, experienced a significant delay due to a vehicle issue while docked in Ullapool. After resolving the situ...

Medical Emergency Causes Delay for Isle of Lewis Ferry
Oct 21, 2025

A medical emergency on board the 'Isle of Lewis' resulted in significant delays on October 20, impacting its service on the Ullapool to Stornoway route. Originally scheduled to depart at 6:15 p.m., th...

Delay in Isle of Lewis Crossing Due to Ramp Malfunction
Sep 30, 2025

On September 29, 2023, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis', operating on the Oban-Castlebay route, experienced a malfunction with its ramp that necessitated additional inspections. As a result, the scheduled de...

Technical Glitch Delays Isle of Lewis Ferry on Oban-Castlebay Route
Sep 09, 2025

On September 9, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis', which operates the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered a technical issue that necessitated further examination. This complication resulted in a delay for the v...

Isle of Lewis Ferry Delayed Due to Bow Visor Malfunction
Aug 19, 2025

On August 19, the ferry 'Isle of Lewis', while operating on the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered a technical failure with its bow visor in Oban harbor. This unexpected issue resulted in the postponem...

Isle of Lewis Faces Technical Setbacks on Oban-Castlebay Route
Aug 19, 2025

On August 15, the 'Isle of Lewis', operating between Oban and Castlebay, encountered a technical malfunction involving its ramp, along with concerns regarding a potentially fouled propeller. These iss...

Delays on Oban-Castlebay Route Due to Technical Glitch on Isle of Lewis
Jun 11, 2025

Passengers on the Oban-Castlebay ferry route experienced notable delays on June 11, 2023, when the 'Isle of Lewis' (IMO: 9199258) encountered a technical issue prior to its scheduled 1:10 p.m. departu...

Technical Issues Force Cancellation of Isle of Lewis Ferry Service
May 22, 2025

The 'Isle of Lewis', a key ferry operating on the Oban-Castlebay route, encountered significant engine troubles affecting its port side main engine on May 18, 2023. This issue caused the ferry's plann...

Medical Emergency Halts Isle of Lewis' Call at Craignure
Apr 09, 2025

On April 9, the 'Isle of Lewis', operating the route between Oban and Castlebay, faced an urgent medical situation on board in the early morning hours. This unforeseen circumstance led to the cancella...

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