CalMac's Gourock-Kilcreggan sailings to resume after 'emergency situation'

Erin Maguire

25 June 2024 at 9:03 am

MV Chieftain <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i> — MV Chieftain *(Image: Newsquest)*

CALMAC's Gourock-Kilcreggan route is due to resume following an 'emergency situation' earlier this afternoon.

The 1:30pm sailing to Kilcreggan was cancelled as a result of a crew member requiring medical attention.

🔸AMBER #Gourock #Kilcreggan 25Jun Due to an emergency situation the 13:30 sailing dep Gourock – Kilcreggan is cancelled.
— CalMac Service Info (@CalMac_Updates) June 25, 2024

The ferry operator says the service will resume at 2:30pm from Gourock.

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