Transport

"We're thrilled" says CEO as Wightlink named Best Ferry Operator 2024 at National Transport Awards

Wightlink has been named Best Ferry Operator 2024 at the National Transport Awards in London. The Solent ferry operator carries more than 3.8 million people a year... READ MORE »

DP World doubles down on rail with new London Gateway-Southampton service

DP World has bolstered its UK rail network by launching a second weekly service connecting two of the country’s largest container ports: London Gateway and Southampton... READ MORE »

First Solent renews Portsmouth FC partnership for second year

Local bus operator First Solent has renewed its partnership with Portsmouth Football Club (Pompey) for the second consecutive year, focusing on promoting public transport... READ MORE »

Cheers to September: Beer on the Pier hits Ryde

Wightlink is set to celebrate the Isle of Wight's renowned local produce with a weekend event, Beer on the Pier, this Saturday and Sunday (7-8 September) on Ryde Pier... READ MORE »

Final two weeks to complete 'Light the South' art trail across Southampton and Cowes

With just over two weeks remaining, those yet to complete the ‘Light the South’ Art Trail are encouraged to lace up their trainers and cross the finish line before... READ MORE »

Wightlink celebrates Victoria of Wight anniversary with sustainability push

Six years ago, on 10 August 2018, Wightlink’s £30 million flagship, Victoria of Wight, sailed into Portsmouth Harbour after a 3,000-mile journey from the Cemre... READ MORE »

Yes we can! Red Funnel and Isle of Wight Foodbank stage ‘Can Drive for Cowes Week’ food challenge

Red Funnel and its Charity of the Year, the Isle of Wight Foodbank, are hoping to collect 1,000 cans of food by the end of Cowes Week on Friday August 2. Cans can be... READ MORE »

Going the extra mile: First Solent wins Portsmouth Park & Ride contract for another five years

First Bus South, which operates First Solent buses, is to operate Portsmouth Park & Ride (P&R) for another five years. The operator has been successful in a... READ MORE »

Wightlink's sponsored Islanders share success stories in Newport

More than 100 Isle of Wight residents sponsored by Wightlink gathered in Newport for coffee and cake, sharing their achievements with ferry company staff. These... READ MORE »

Barnbrook teams up with green hydrogen provider to turbocharge the journey to a sustainable future

A global engineering solutions specialist is turbocharging the journey to a sustainable future with green hydrogen. Fareham-based firm Barnbrook Systems Ltd has joined... READ MORE »