New vessels

We are investing over £40m in new passenger and cargo vessels to maintain lifeline links to and from the Isles of Scilly. The new vessels are all scheduled to be in service by March 2026.

Latest new vessel designs for Scillonian Iv and Menawethan - October 2024

Project overview

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Latest new vessel designs for Scillonian Iv and Menawethan - October 2024

Project timeline

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Propsed Scillonian IV design

Scillonian IV

The new passenger vessel will replace Scillonian III and be in service in 2026.
Overview
CGI image of Menawethan - Isles of Scilly Steamship Group new freight vessel

Menawethan

The new freight vessel is a purpose-built 45m ship to replace the Gry Maritha and will be in service in 2026.
Overview
Group shot from the steel cutting ceremony for the new vessels

News and media

Catch up with the latest news and updates for the new vessels project.
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Isles of Scilly Steamship Group team at PIRIOU shipyard in Vietnam

Podcasts

Our experts talk about what is happening behind the scenes with our new vessels.
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Scillonian III crew on the first sailing in March 2024

Team

Find out about the new vessels project team and the experience they bring.
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aerial view of the Isles of Scilly

FAQs

The most popular questions people ask us about the new vessels project.
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