Ferguson Marine CEO says work could be guaranteed for decade

New contracts for ferries and warship components are being sought after

The Chief Executive of the Ferguson Marine shipyard believes contracts to build ferries and parts for warships could guarantee work at the site for at least ten years.

David Tydeman says he has growing confidence the yard can win a bid to build seven small ferries for Caledonian MacBrayne. Mr Tydeman also admits it is a relief work on two ferries will be completed by the end of next year. The vessels are due to be delivered 5 years late and 2.5x over budget.

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