Suspended Campbeltown ferry service 'won't return' in 2026

CalMac has confirmed that it will not restore its seasonal service to Campbeltown next summer.

The service was first launched in 2013 but it has been suspended in recent years due to “pressures” facing the network.

The ferry operator said that it’s focus “must be on lifeline services to and from the islands which don’t have the option of a road link to the mainland”.

It added that it will review restoring the service once new vessels join the fleet.

A CalMac spokeswoman said: “I am sorry to have to confirm that we have taken the decision not to operate a ferry service to Campbeltown in 2026.

“This has been communicated with the local community as early as possible, and we understand that they will be disappointed about this.

“Unfortunately, there are still pressures and challenges facing the network, which means that our focus must be on lifeline services to and from the islands, which don’t have the option of a road link to the mainland.

“However, once more new vessels have joined our fleet and we are in a more resilient position, we will be able to review our options for the Campbeltown service.”