MV Wight Light was delivered on 1 September 2008. After sea trials in the Solent, she entering service on 25 February 2009. Passengers benefit from a modern and comfortable lounge with cafe/bar facilities, extensive outside deck space and a lift from the car decks to the passenger lounge.
Wight Light is one of Wightlink's new fleet of ferries. The previous ferries operated by Wightlink on the route had to be replaced, as they were over 35 years old and were reaching the end of their useful lives. The new fleet of ferries will ensure Wightlink Ferries continue to offer a fast, reliable service. |