Shetland Islands Council has announced further delays to planned maintenance on the linkspans at West Burrafirth and Papa Stour ferry terminals.
The works, which were due commence on the 11th of August, have been postponed due to recent weather conditions. Works on the West Burrafirth linkspan will now begin on Monday 18th August. Revised dates for works on the Papa Stour linkspan are not yet confirmed.
There will be no vehicle access to the Papa Stour ferry on Wednesday 20th August. The service will operate for foot passengers only, using a gangway from the ferry to the shore. Passengers should be aware that the gangway and the stairs on board the vessel can be steep.
The maintenance involves major structural work which will require the linkspans to be taken out of use. The linkspan will be removed after the last sailings on the previous Monday and will be replaced in time for the next sailings on Friday morning. Vehicle access to the Papa Stour ferry will not be possible between these times.
Passengers are advised that there will be restricted space at the West Burrafirth ferry terminal while these works are taking place.
Ferry sailings on the Papa Stour route are for bookings only, by contacting the Ferries Booking Office on 01595 745804 during opening hours.
Shetland Islands Council apologises for any inconvenience to passengers caused by these essential works.