While considerable planning has been undertaken to minimise disruption, delays may be possible, and people are advised to allow more time for their journeys in the surrounding area.
Ferries from Fishbourne were diverted to an alternative Portsmouth ferry port after an articulated lorry broke down on the linkspan at Portsmouth Harbour. Update: The lorry has now been moved.
Essential maintenance means that many scheduled crossings on Friday 25 April, Monday 28 April and Friday 2 May 2014 have been cancelled. Be aware of the new timetable if you're planning to travel.
The new Wightlink ferry will have space for more than 1,000 people on board and will use hybrid battery technology, as well as conventional fuel, to reduce emissions and make the vessel quieter.
Brian Cowser's calm and measured in his actions on hearing that a customer had suffered a cardiac arrest has been recognised by his employer, Wightlink.
The duration of the entire scheme is ten weeks, but this is phased to avoid work during the school summer holidays and ensuring that road closures are kept to a minimum.