CROSS-Solent ferry operator Red Funnel is preparing for its annual winter refit programme, aimed at "improving reliability and resilience" across its Isle of Wight services.
Between Tuesday, November 4, 2025 and Thursday, March 26 next year, the vehicle ferry service will operate on its winter timetable, reverting to a standard two-boat schedule.
During this period:
- Red Eagle will undergo a major engine service
- Red Falcon will receive minor servicing and a Voith propeller exchange
- Red Osprey will also receive minor servicing
Red Funnel’s hi-speed Red Jet service will run to a revised timetable from Sunday, November 9, to Sunday, November 30, while Red Jet 6 undergoes generator maintenance and cabin upgrades.
Red Jet 7 is scheduled for servicing in the New Year.
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Neil Chapman, operations director at Red Funnel, said: “Reliability and punctuality are our top priorities.
"We’ve invested significantly in preventative maintenance, spare parts and in-house resources.
"By scheduling refits during quieter winter months, we ensure full service during the busy summer, while still supporting our customers with an extensive winter timetable.”
Red Funnel is expected to announce its Christmas timetable later this year, "helping Islanders travel to see loved ones, shop and enjoy festive events on the mainland — while welcoming visitors to experience the Isle of Wight’s seasonal charm".
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