In February 2021, we hosted a Valentine’s themed competition, created Shetland and Orkney quizzes to keep our customers entertained during the COVID restrictions, and launched our new gin series! Continue reading to find out more!
In January 2021, we invited a very special guest on board the MV Hjaltland, shared another delicious recipe from one of NorthLink Ferries’ talented chefs – George O’Neill – and hosted a couple of competitions in attempt to brighten our customer’s days whilst the COVID restrictions are in place. Find out more below!
NorthLink is continuing to maintain vital transport links over the autumn and winter period – following the opening of its 2021 booking system.
NorthLink has recorded an increase in passenger and car volumes and prepares to open 2021 bookings at the start of October.
Four-legged friends can now travel with their owners between the Scottish mainland and Orkney and Shetland – thanks to new pet-friendly cabins on NorthLink Ferries vessels MV Hamnavoe, MV Hjaltland and MV Hrossey.
During Phase 1 and 2 of lockdown, NorthLink has provided travel for key workers as well as essential islander and freight connectivity.
Serco NorthLink Ferries is continuing to provide key worker travel as well as essential islander and freight connectivity between the Northern Isles and mainland Scotland.
Serco, the international service company, has signed the contract with the Scottish Government to continue managing the lifeline Northern Isles Ferry Services.
A temporary timetable has been introduced to provide a lifeline service whilst reflecting travel demand during the COVID-19 outbreak.
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Scottish Government has made clear the need to avoid all but essential travel by ferry to Scotland’s remote and island communities.
Northern Isles members of the charity are the narrators of the announcements which celebrate the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020.
People from around the world were able to watch Shetland’s world-renowned fire festival, Up Helly Aa, thanks to the event webcam sponsored by Serco NorthLink Ferries in partnership with Promote Shetland.
Team members from Serco NorthLink Ferries are celebrating after raising an astonishing £6,636.12 for The Brain Tumour Charity over the last year. Employees raised the funds after a successful year of fundraising activities.
RSPB Scotland staff in Stromness received a visit from NorthLink staff members. They were presented with £2,600 from the proceeds of this year’s nature cruise.
Serco NorthLink Ferries is now even more cycle-friendly with a new suite of storage facilities at nearly every port in its network. Work has been completed at four ports to provide capacity for 34 bikes.
