UK designer BMT has been tasked with the renewal of the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group (ISSG) fleet.
The Cornwall-based shipowner currently runs the 1,350-gt ropax Scillonian III (built 1977) and the 528-dwt pallet carrier Gry Maritha (built 1981) between the UK mainland and the Scilly islands.
BMT will provide vessel design and consultancy services to develop the next generation of lifeline ships for passengers and freight.
