The MV Hebridean Isles, one of Scotland’s oldest ferries, has retired after 39 years of service. The ship, launched in 1985, was a vital connection for islanders and renowned for its comfort and special charity cruises. As it departed Stornoway for the last time, former crew members and passengers shared cherished memories. The ferry symbolizes not only a means of transportation but also deep emotional ties to the community it served for almost four decades.