Scottish Government Economy Secretary comments on Ferguson Marine voluntary redundancies

Commenting on the announcement of a commencement of a voluntary redundancy scheme by Ferguson Marine today, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport Stephen Flynn said:

The voluntary redundancies scheme announced by Ferguson Marine today is part of efforts to modernise the shipyard and put it on a more competitive footing.

The action that the leadership team at Ferguson Marine is taking today is necessary to help secure a viable future for the yard, and that of commercial shipbuilding on the Clyde. This is alongside their efforts to upskill workers, bid for new contracts and opportunities with partners.

I am assured that a reduced workforce will not impact the build of the MV Glen Rosa, which is on track to be delivered in quarter four 2026. Our intention to directly award four vessels continues to undergo full due diligence further to next steps which will be announced to Parliament in due course.

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