Port workers end strike as union strikes deal for pay rise
Port workers at the Lerwick Harbour have returned to work today (Tuesday) after calling an end to strike action. Union Unite said it had struck…
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Norwegian Star arrives into Lerwick
The cruise ship Norwegian Star has sailed into Lerwick Harbour this morning (Thursday). The 294-metre ship, owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, can hold over 2,300…
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Harbour strike back on after breakdown in negotiations
Twelve Lerwick Port Authority (LPA) workers are to restart industrial action next week after a breakdown in pay talks. A continuous ban on overtime will…
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Fleet survey will measure health of the fishing sector
Fleet survey researchers will be visiting ports and harbours across the country in the coming weeks.
READ FULL STORYWATCH: Winter sunrise in Lerwick
There’s not much sun around in Shetland during December – but this video by Colin Grant of the sunrise over Lerwick Harbour shows it’s still bonny…
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Harbour traffic still impacted by coronavirus pandemic
Traffic at Lerwick Harbour continues to be severely impacted by the “dire effects” of Covid-19 and lower oil prices. Another quarter of reduced activity in…
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Figures show impact of Covid crisis on harbour operations
Lerwick Port Authority says signs are emerging of a brighter post-Covid future, despite the coronavirus crisis having a “growing impact” on its operations.
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Round Britain sailor enjoys memorable visit to isles
A fundraising sailor has spoken of his experiences in the isles as he ventures round all ports with harbourmasters in Britain and Ireland.
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June traffic is well down in Lerwick Harbour
June saw the biggest decrease in shipping movements at Lerwick Harbour in a month since the coronavirus situation began. The number of vessels listed as…
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More vessels but April’s gross tonnage is well down on last year
Lerwick Harbour saw a big reduction in shipping tonnage during April compared with the same month last year – although the number of arrivals was
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Whalsay man gets new role at Lerwick Harbour
Lerwick Port Authority has appointed Whalsay man Neil Arthur, 33, as deputy harbourmaster.
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Asiss the first to cross the line in Bergen to Lerwick race
The first yacht in the Bergen to Lerwick race has crossed the line, giving her 11-strong crew cause for smiles and celebration.
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Lerwick Harbour starts 2019 strongly
The Lerwick Harbour has seen an encouraging start to 2019, say the Lerwick Port Authority.
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Lerwick Harbour traffic continues to rise
Lerwick Harbour ended the third quarter of 2018 with a continuing upward trend in a number of areas of activity.
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