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Wednesday, 08 April 2026

BBC News

• Almost a third of CalMac's ferry fleet out of actionCalMac's chief executive says an "unprecedented situation" has worsened, with 10 vessels currently unable to sail.

The Scotsman

• One third of CalMac fleet now out of action including fault-plagued Glen SannoxPassengers warned that 'significant disruption on multiple routes is unavoidable'

Times Online

• Glen Sannox out of action again as ferry woes deepen on west coast [subscription]Calmac has warned of 'significant disruption' to services with almost a third of fleet out of action

The Mirror

• Iran's humiliating 10 demands for Trump include £1 million-a-ship fee for Hormuz StraitPresident Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran to negotiate on their 10-point proposal, including lifting sanctions, guaranteed no attacks and permanent end to war

Other News Sources

• HII Teams with GrayMatter Robotics to Integrate AI into ShipbuildingHII and GrayMatter Robotics (GMR) have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the integration of GMR’s Physical AI into shipbuilding operations that could accelerate throughput.This will include bringing autonomous surface preparation…
• CK Hutchison's Panama Unit Files Arbitration Against MaerskHong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison's Panama unit has launched an arbitration against Maersk after the takeover of two strategic ports near the Panama Canal which are at the center of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and Washington.In a statement…