MV James (temporary Jura ferry) in Port Askaig, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a small red ferry called James
MV James (temporary Jura ferry) in Port Askaig, Isle of Islay

While the regular Jura ferry was away for repairs/ maintenance in April 2023 the MV James took over to ferry vehicles and passengers across the Sound of Islay. Here she is at the pier in Port Askaig.

MV James (temporary Jura ferry) in the Sound of Islay

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Picture of a small red landing craft in a sound between two islands, two mountains in the background
MV James (temporary Jura ferry) in the Sound of Islay

A slightly unusual view in the Sound of Islay: When the usual Jura ferry was away in April 2023 for repairs/ maintenance the MV James took over to ferry vehicles and passengers across the Sound of Islay.