Ferry operator sought for Alderney to Jersey route

Alderney's government is looking for a ferry operator to run a service between the island and Jersey.

The States of Alderney is inviting expressions of interest for a seasonal ferry service offering capacity for up to 12 passengers to run from the end of May until the end of September.

The States said the successful applicant would also have an option to extend to the 2026 summer season, subject to review.

The closing date for submitting expressions of interest is 28 March.

The States said a minimum service for the Alderney-Jersey route would involve at least four rotations per week to accommodate overnight stays in Alderney.

Chair of the Economic Development Committee Stuart Clark said the seasonal ferry services to Guernsey have been "an important factor" in Alderney's transport offering.

He said: "The limited travel links to Jersey have also been well noted and the committee feels that direct links to Jersey is a market that should be tested and exploited."

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