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On April 15, the ferry 'Loch Frisa', which operates on the Oban - Craignure route, encountered a generator malfunction while docked in Craignure during the morning hours. This disruption led to the cancellation of the 07:10 a.m. departure from Craignure and the 08:35 a.m. sailing from Oban. In contrast, the ferry 'Coruisk' adhered to its schedule. The impact of the generator issue extended into the following day, April 16, resulting in the cancellation of additional sailings: Craignure at 12:50 p.m. and 3:40 p.m., along with Oban's 2:15 p.m. and 5:05 p.m. departures. Fortunately, by the afternoon, the technical difficulties were resolved, allowing for the return of sailings from Craignure at 3:40 p.m. and Oban at 5:05 p.m.

On February 19, 2026, the ferry 'Loch Frisa', operating between Oban and Craignure, experienced an unexpected delay due to a fouled aft propeller. The incident necessitated an investigation into the obstruction, prompting the postponement of the scheduled 05:45 p.m. departure from Oban. The vessel awaited the arrival of divers to address the issue. Once the divers successfully cleared the propeller, the 'Loch Frisa' resumed operations, loading passengers and vehicles swiftly before setting sail to continue its service.

On November 8, the ferry 'Loch Frisa', operating on the Oban-Craignure route, experienced a fuel oil leak that led to the cancellation of several sailings. Specifically, the departures from Craignure at 1:10 p.m. and 5:10 p.m., as well as from Oban at 3:50 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., were affected. Following necessary repairs, the 'Loch Frisa' successfully resumed operations with the 7:50 p.m. sailing from Craignure after completing sea trials. A few days later, on November 11, the vessel encountered an issue with its heating system. CalMac, the company behind the ferry's operation, is currently working diligently to source replacement parts to address this heating system concern.

In response to persistent propulsion system challenges experienced by the 'Loch Frisa', several sailings scheduled for November 7 have been canceled. Affected departures from Oban include the 06:00 a.m. and the 08:50 a.m. services, while the Craignure route was impacted by the cancellation of the 07:25 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. sailings. To accommodate affected passengers, the 'Clansman' has stepped in to operate additional sailings. The adjusted schedule features a new departure from Oban at 08:00 a.m., replacing the original 07:25 a.m. departure, and a 09:15 a.m. sailing from Craignure, which was previously set for 08:35 a.m. This enhanced service will continue until December 9, with extra sailings on Tuesdays and Thursdays, departing Oban at 4:30 p.m. and arriving in Craignure at 5:20 p.m., followed by a 5:45 p.m. departure from Craignure and a 6:35 p.m. arrival back in Oban. Additionally, on Wednesdays and Fridays, the 'Clansman' will depart Oban at 07:25 a.m. for an 08:15 a.m. arrival in Craignure, and will return on the 08:35 a.m. sailing from Craignure, arriving back in Oban at 09:25 a.m.

The 'Loch Frisa', a ferry operational on the Oban-Craignure route, encountered significant propulsion problems on November 5, prompting an immediate inspection at its berth in Oban. A diver was summoned to assist with the investigation into the issues affecting the vessel's mechanics. Due to the technical difficulties, the ferry was unable to maintain its regular schedule, leading to the cancellation of sailings including the 9:05 p.m. departure from Oban and the 10:20 a.m. departure from Craignure. In response to the disruption, the ferry 'Clansman' was deployed to accommodate some travel needs with select departures from both Oban and Craignure later in the afternoon. The situation continued to affect service on November 6, resulting in the cancellation of multiple sailings: the 6:00 a.m. departure from Oban, the 7:25 a.m. departure from Craignure, the 8:50 a.m. sailing from Oban, and the 10:30 a.m. from Craignure. A review of the vessel was anticipated by 11:00 a.m., leading up to the scheduled 12:00 p.m. sailing from Oban.

On the afternoon of September 22, the ferry 'Loch Frisa', which operates the Oban-Craignure route, encountered a technical problem with its ramp. This issue forced a delay of the vessel's scheduled departure from Oban, originally set for 2:15 p.m., which was pushed back to 3:00 p.m. The disruption also impacted the subsequent 3:40 p.m. sailing from Craignure, leading to further delays. Ultimately, the Loch Frisa departed Craignure at 4:27 p.m., resulting in a total delay of 47 minutes.

On September 8, the ferry 'Loch Frisa', operating on the Oban-Craignure route, encountered a technical challenge with its fresh water pumps. This mechanical setback unfortunately led to the cancellation of the 10:00 a.m. sailing from Craignure. To address the issue, the vessel was re-positioned back to Oban for a thorough investigation. Passengers faced additional uncertainty as the subsequent departure at 11:25 a.m. from Oban was also at risk of delay or cancellation. Ultimately, the 'Loch Frisa' managed to set sail at 11:47 a.m., albeit 22 minutes behind schedule. Efforts were underway throughout the day to recoup any lost time during the service.

On August 26, CalMac, the operator of the ferry 'Loch Frisa', which travels the Oban-Craignure route, reported an issue with the electric sliding door. This technical malfunction has rendered the ferry's accessible toilet unusable until further notice, impacting passengers' travel experience. Travelers are advised to stay updated regarding repairs and alternative accessible options.

The ferry 'Loch Frisa', which operates on the Oban-Craignure route, recently encountered a significant technical issue with its sewage treatment facility. As a result of these complications and the necessity for regular maintenance, the 07:10 a.m. sailing from Craignure on weekdays was rescheduled to an earlier departure at 06:45 a.m. Fortunately, the issue was rectified by August 20, allowing the service to revert back to its original 07:10 a.m. departure time. However, on August 25, an operational problem arose, leading to the cancellation of that day's 07:10 a.m. sailing from Craignure. Passengers are advised to stay informed as updates regarding the schedule for the remainder of the day will be communicated shortly.

On May 21, 2021, the 'Loch Frisa,' which serves the Oban-Craignure ferry route, encountered an engine malfunction that prompted delays. As a result, the scheduled 8:00 p.m. departure from Oban was pushed back. After addressing the technical difficulties with the vessel’s engine, the 'Loch Frisa' ultimately departed Oban, albeit around 10 minutes later than planned.

The 'Loch Frisa', which operates the Oban-Craignure ferry service, has encountered an issue with its drencher system. As a result of this malfunction, the vessel is temporarily unable to transport any dangerous goods until May 31. The team at CalMac is currently awaiting the arrival of necessary parts for the repairs, with further updates to be communicated once the components are received. Customers with affected bookings will be contacted directly by the ports. For those looking to travel via the Lochaline - Fishnish route, they are advised to reach out to Craignure Port at 01680 340258 (option 2) or Tobermory Port at 01688 327089 (option 2) for assistance. For more information, visit http://calm.ac/11.