Arran · Glen Sannox & Glen Rosa
CalMac ferries
Counting from
16 October 2015
This clock covers the Ferguson-built pair, Glen Sannox and Glen Rosa, from the award of their construction contract on 16 October 2015. Both were originally expected in 2018. The clock measures the wait for both vessels to enter passenger service, rather than the whole CalMac fleet renewal programme.
Still awaiting Glen Rosa
Glen Sannox entered service on 13 January 2025. In its 2 October 2026 update, Ferguson Marine said Glen Rosa was undergoing final outfitting and commissioning, with delivery anticipated in the final quarter of 2026. Handover and the start of passenger services are separate milestones.
Still waiting forGlen Rosa to enter passenger service, completing the two-ferry programme.
Milestones
- 16 October 2015
The two-ferry contract is awarded
Ferguson Marine receives the contract to build two dual-fuel ferries, with delivery originally expected in 2018. Source: Scottish Government
- 9 April 2024
Glen Rosa is launched
The second vessel is launched at Port Glasgow. Fitting out and commissioning still lie ahead. Source: CMAL
- 13 January 2025
Glen Sannox enters service
The first of the pair begins its official passenger service. The programme remains incomplete while Glen Rosa is outstanding. Source: CMAL
- 2 October 2026
Glen Rosa is still being completed
Ferguson Marine reports final outfitting and commissioning, with sea trials planned during October and delivery anticipated in the final quarter of 2026. Source: Ferguson Marine / Scottish Parliament