DELAYS OF UP TO 2 HOURS ON WIGHTLINK’S FISHBOURNE TO PORTSMOUTH VEHICLE FERRY

A mechanical issue aboard St Clare has resulted in delays of up to 2 hours on Wightlink’s Fishbourne to Portsmouth vehicle ferry service this afternoon (Thursday).

It is unclear as to the exact nature of the issue at this time, but the breakdown has meant that only St Faith is in service on the cross-Solent route.

Wightlink has apologised for the inconvenience caused.

UPDATE @ 12:55 – Red Funnel is now experiencing delays of up to 30 minutes on its vehicle ferry.

UPDATE @ 15:00 – Wightlink have now confirmed that delays of up to 180 minutes are being experienced.

UPDATE @ 15:15 – Red Funnel is now experiencing delays of up to 40 minutes on its East Cowes to Southampton service.