Shipbuilding14 hrs ago'Thousands' of jobs in NI are coming from defence contracts, says ministerThe firm behind the investment says it places Belfast "at the heart" of a shipbuilding revival. 14 hrs ago4 days agoEngineer shortage blamed for new delay for Turkish-built CalMac ferryThe handover of MV Loch Indaal, being built at the Cemre shipyard, is put back to November while it awaits regulator approval.4 days ago5 days agoDelivery of new CalMac ferry MV Glen Rosa put back to FebruaryThe state-owned Ferguson shipyard has now been asked to fit redesigned propellers to the ship prior to handover.5 days ago2 Oct 2026Waverley paddle steamer marks 80th anniversary since launchThe Waverley passed through London's Tower Bridge as part of the anniversary voyage on the Thames. 2 Oct 202628 Sept 2026Faslane dry docks and research ship to be built in UK, says chancellorJohn Healey says orders worth £6bn will be placed with a UK-based shipbuilder as part of a "new age of industrialisation". 28 Sept 202617 Sept 2026Tugs plan offers short-term lifeline for Ferguson Marine shipyardMinisters have agreed to provide financial backing for construction of the small vessels.17 Sept 202612 Sept 2026Trail honours generations of shipyard workersA new Shipyard Trail between Bideford and Appledore highlights more than 500 years of shipbuilding.12 Sept 20269 Sept 2026Valve failure on CalMac ferry saw uncontrolled escape of flammable gasThe "significant incident" happened last summer on a crossing from Arran with 82 passengers on board.9 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Delays and £20m cost rise for new Turkish-built CalMac ferriesThe second of four ordered ships will be handed over in October, about 20 months later than originally planned.1 Sept 2026...
