The MV Loch Buie is a ferry that's been serving the Scottish islands for decades. It was built in 1994 at the Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow.
The ferry has a length of 72.5 meters and a beam of 13.5 meters. Its gross tonnage is 2,300 tons.
History
MV Loch Buie was launched in 1992. She was launched in 1992.
The ferry underwent trials on the Forth before being delivered to the west coast through the Caledonian Canal. This was a significant milestone in her journey.
On her first day in service at Fionnphort, MV Loch Buie struck the concrete ramp, damaging one of her Voith-Schneider units. Repairs were necessary to get her back in operation.
MV Loch Buie was delivered to the Clyde for repairs, where she was fixed and returned to service in the summer.
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Specifications
The MV Loch Buie is a vessel that's got some impressive specs.
Launched in 1992, it was built by James N Miller & Sons Ltd of St Monans, Fife.
The company is based in a picturesque coastal town in Scotland.
Here are some key specs to know:
The MV Loch Buie was built to navigate through waterways, and its size and design reflect that.
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