Up to three more weeks delay for Carlingford Ferry maiden voyage

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The terminal site at Greencastle at the end of May.

By Iveren McCallion

Carlingford Ferry ticket-holders may have to wait another two or three weeks to sail.

That's been confirmed by owner Frazer Ferries' CEO, Pamela Houston.

The cross-border vehicle and passenger ferry was set for its maiden voyage on the 1st June.

Spokesman for Newry Maritime Association, James McAreavey says there may be issues at the terminals:

But speaking with Q Radio earlier, Ms Houston said a delay with the delivery of navigational aids is the reason they had to postpone.

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