A new ferry linking Liverpool with the Isle of Man is set to cost around £120m and is likely to come into service by 2030, replacing the current Manannan fast craft. Tony McDonough reports Fast craft Manannan has been transporting…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vespertine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Peregrine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. CEG Galaxy,…

Agricultural commodities specialist ADM receives shipment at the Port of Liverpool from the US totalling 67,000 metric tonnes - its largest ever on the Mersey. Tony McDonough reports A vessel has arrived at the Port of Liverpool…

Revenues fall by more than £7m at Merseyside roofing specialist BBR Roofing, with pre-tax profits also down significantly, although the firm insists a downturn was expected. Tony McDonough reports Bootle-based roofing specialist BBR…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Mazarine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Peregrine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Aquitania, a…

Maritime and logistics-focused tech firm LogChain will set up a new global base and create jobs in Liverpool city region in an investment worth up to £4m. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool city region has received a second inward…

Rescue deal for Wirral-based provider of independent ambulance services and event medical cover saves 375 jobs and ensures services to the NHS continue. Tony McDonough reports A pre-pack administration deal has prevented a Wirral…

LCR Finance Hub helps firms become ‘investment-ready’ and matches them with funders and after a record performance in 2025 funding secured now totals more than £29m. Tony McDonough reports LCR Finance Hub was set up in 2017 and so…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vespertine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Mazarine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Hunzedijk, a…

Exclusive: Liverpool city centre’s Hilton Hotel - which includes 221 rooms and 47 residential apartments - is up for sale with a reported price tag of £60m in what is called ‘Project Beatle’. Tony McDonough reports Owners of the…