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With mediation ongoing, the gap between settlement figures agreed by the council, the designer and builder of Floating Bridge 6 has been significantly narrowed, but no final agreement has yet been reached
Cowes Floating bridge: All you need to know
The Floating Bridge links Cowes and East Cowes, running regularly through the day and much of the evening. It’s sometimes called the Chain Ferry because it pulls itself both sides of the river on a chain.
Below are articles charting the history of the Cowes Floating Bridge.
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When the windows got smashed last week, the council said it would not affect the planned return date to service of 13th April, but that's all changed now
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Some might suggest that Floating Bridge 6 is cursed, others would say it has a mind of its own and always wants the last word
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Whilst undergoing its five year MCA safety inspection, FB6 had other routine works carried out, such as repainting, works to electrical systems and an update to the on-board CCTV
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At least he'll know which companies not to use when commissioning the new ferry that carries cars just 540 yards
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When comparing the running costs, capital expenditure and income the losses are eye-watering. News OnTheWight shares a detailed breakdown of the latest costs since our last Deep Dive series
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Cllr Jordan confirmed the Isle of Wight Council has not walked away from mediation over Floating Bridge 6
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The £3.2 million vessel has been plagued with problems, malfunctions and breakdowns since it was installed in 2017 and the authority has started to take steps to get some of the money it has lost back
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Cllr Jordan says he's obviously disappointed this will mean another break in service, but adds the inspection must go ahead to comply with regulations
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With the date for legal mediation drawing closer, Cllr Phil Jordan has confirmed that IWC are looking for a settlement of millions from FB6's designers and builders
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The Cabinet member says he will not comment on what the council are prepared to do until the mediation process is over
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The recent Cabinet Office Gateway 5 Review of FB6 sets out what steps would need to taken should the Isle of Wight council choose to replace FB6 with an updated model
