Isle of Wight businesses unite to oppose Government’s emissions scheme for maritime operations
Over 35 Isle of Wight businesses express concerns about the emissions trading scheme's impact
Wightlink
Wightlink provide ferry services to the Isle of Wight. They operate car ferry services from two Island ports, Yarmouth and Fishbourne, as well as a foot passenger services from the end of the pier in Ryde.
Wightlink’s Yarmouth car ferry lands in Lymington. The other two services land in Portsmouth.
The ferry service was bought by Australian-based investment bank, Macquarie, in 2005 for just over £230m.
Isle of Wight will face higher ferry fares as emissions levy comes into effect in July, says MP
Joe Robertson MP argues against the new ferry levy, highlighting the unfair treatment of Isle of Wight
Niton equestrian Alice Critchison crowned Endurance GB Junior Champion for 2025
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Island Transport and Infrastructure Forum addresses travel disruption and changing weather patterns
Travel disruption and infrastructure challenges were central topics at the recent Forum meeting
Wightlink criticises unfair UK emissions policy that could increase their costs by £1m a year
Operators will be incentivised to run smaller ferries - which Wightlink say produce higher emissions overall, but are exempt from the new scheme
Wightlink introduces new parking tariffs at Ryde Pier Head from next month (updated)
The new parking tariffs at Ryde Pier Head follow customer feedback
Wightlink and RMT reach agreement, ending recent dispute over restructuring proposals
The recent Wightlink and RMT agreement aims to improve operations and workforce safety
Isle of Wight Council leaders express concern over Wightlink’s proposed job cuts
Isle of Wight Council leaders voice concerns over potential job cuts at Wightlink
Wightlink thanked for its support of Special Olympics and inclusive sports opportunities
CEO Katy Taylor’s visit underscores Wightlink’s dedication to inclusive sports and community connections
RMT Union threatens strike action as Wightlink considers redundancies
RMT considers industrial action against Wightlink's plans for potential redundancies
Potential job losses at Wightlink linked to rising costs and ‘operational efficiency’ plans (updated)
The proposal may affect up to 50 roles, but there are over 30 new vacancies in the proposed structure
New initiatives make travel easier for men with continence issues on Wightlink ferries
New initiatives provide discreet support and incontinence products for Wightlink passengers