NorthLink Ferries

09/09/2026

We select, at random, one of the well-behaved dogs that travels in the MV Hamnavoe dog lounge. The good dog will receive a special NorthLink Ferries dog bandana, and will star here on our social media!

🐾 Well done to Gerry - this gorgeous pup is this month's Good Dog!

The dog lounge is available to book for free on all crossings between Scrabster and Stromness www.northlinkferries.co.uk

08/09/2026

We are delighted to let you know that you can now make bookings with NorthLink Ferries for sailings in 2027.

For 2027 prices, please visit the '2027 Fares' webpage: https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/book/routes-times-and-prices/2027-fares/

Residents of Orkney and Shetland with a valid Islander ID can access 2027 islander prices linked from the same page. https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/book/islander-booking/2027-islander-fares/

For timetables, please visit the '2027 Timetables' webpage: https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/book/routes-times-and-prices/2027-timetables/

Bookings can be made by visiting the NorthLink Ferries website or by calling 0800 111 4422 (free from UK landlines and mobiles) or 01856 885500 (International callers).

We wish you an enjoyable sailing with NorthLink Ferries in 2027.

07/09/2026

The Shetland Islands offer a golfing experience that feels wonderfully different to anywhere else in the UK. Find out more about the courses available to play here.

https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/shetland-blog/golfing-in-shetland/

04/09/2026

Friday 4th September 2026

Pentland Firth

MV Hamnavoe is expected to operate to the scheduled timetable.
Due to forecasted weather conditions, the 11:00 sailing from Stromness to Scrabster and all PM sailings may be subject to weather related delays.

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Saturday 5th September 2026

Pentland Firth

Due to forecasted weather conditions all sailings may be subject to weather related delays.

https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/opsnews/

04/09/2026

We proudly celebrate Merchant Navy Day today, 3rd September 2026 by flying the Red Ensign from our vessels to remember the sacrifices of the seafarers of the past, to show appreciation for British shipping and to look ahead to our future as a maritime nation.

03/09/2026

Beginning today and running until the 9th is the 36th Orkney International Science Festival. This year’s programme brings speakers from across the UK and overseas to Orkney, sharing news and stories from the many frontiers of exploration and discovery - from the depths of space to the interior of a cell, and into the mysteries of memory and imagination.

Hear about extraordinary journeys to mountain peaks and across polar ice, as well as explorations deep into Orkney’s past and glimpses of an uncertain future. Along the way, there are stories of remarkable inspiration - and, of course, music!

We would like to wish all those organising and attending the event all the best and hope they all have a fantastic time.

Explore the full programme on the website: https://oisf.org/

One of the world's longest-established and most original science festivals, providing a platform for fresh ideas in an island setting. The Festival dates are 3-9 September 2026.

02/09/2026

The Orkney Rock Festival returns with performances from a line-up of local and visiting artists from the 3-6th of September. They will hold their biggest main event yet at Rapture Nightclub in Garden Square on Saturday 5th September with a second event on Sunday 6th!

This festival has quickly grown in popularity and presents a head-banging, foot-stomping, rip-roaring line up. Tickets are available here: https://wegottickets.com/ft/hCeVQBnfYf

We hope all the organisers, bands and everyone attending has a great time!

Orkney Live Wire

01/09/2026

We have an opportunity to join our team based in Lerwick. As a Cleaning Operative, you'll work as part of our Cleaning team who help create a clean, safe and welcoming environment for passengers and colleagues across vessels, terminal buildings and port facilities.

Please visit our job opportunities page for more information
▶️ https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/support/job-opportunities/shore/

Please share to spread the word! 😊

31/08/2026

Help Promote Shetland choose the winner of their Shetland 100 summer photo competition!

Head on over to our website to choose a winner. Votes will close on midnight 3rd September.

https://www.shetland.org/blog/choose-your-favourite-shetland-100-photo

30/08/2026

Huge thanks to all who joined us for the RNLI Cruise around Bressay and Noss on 'MV Hrossey' yesterday. It was great to see so many folk on board and we hope everyone enjoyed the day.

We would like to say Happy Birthday again to Caleb, whose 10th birthday it was yesterday - he is pictured with Captain Andy O'Brian, Stormy Stan, and two of the lifeboat crew Kal and Toyah.

A huge well done to the Lerwick Lifeboat Fundraising Crew and all involved for their fundraising efforts.

The RNLI receives no government funding and they rely on fundraising, donations and legacies to train and equip our volunteer crew. They couldn't save lives at sea without you - thanks for your support 🧡

RNLI