Question reference: S6W-26270
- Date lodged: 19 March 2024
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Current status: Answered by Fiona Hyslop on 9 April 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it is has any further plans to purchase or hire ferries from other countries, in light of reports of the successful delivery of the MV Isle of Islay from a company in Turkey.
Answer
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL), as procuring authority, undertakes robust open procurement exercises in line with relevant legislation and guidance for all new vessel projects. In previous procurement exercises CMAL has received interest from shipyards worldwide.