Cowes Floating Bridge suspended for repairs following split weld (updated)
The bridge is expected to be out of action for several hours
A split weld has been identified this morning on the north east ram. Engineers have been instructed to replace the ram.
The work is expected to take place this morning and the service has been suspended from 10am.
Avoiding a longer period out of action
The work is being undertaken asap to avoid the weld deteriorating further over the weekend, which would run the risk of suspending the service for a much longer period of time.
The Jenny Lee is in operation for foot passengers.