Passenger shipbuilding returns to the Isle of Wight

Red Jet 6' will be built in Cowes by Shemara Refit LLP

Isle of Wight, UK ferry operator Red Funnel has confirmed that it is bringing fast ferry construction back to the UK with the announcement that its new passenger ferry Red Jet 6 will be built in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

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