CalMac said it could be up to five weeks before extra work on the MV Caledonian Isles was completed.
CalMac, which has previously spoken of the challenges of maintaining its ageing fleet of ferries, has apologised for the delay affecting the Caledonian Isles.
It said its initial plans to cover the ferry's absence would be in operation until 16 February, and kept under review. The main Arran service is currently being covered by MV Isle of Arran, supported by MV Hebridean Isles operating a freight service between Troon and Brodick.Chief executive Robbie Drummond said: "We apologise for the impact this will have on the Arran community, we know how disappointing it will be for customers who were expecting normal service to resume next week."
He added: "I visited MV Caledonian Isles in dock this week and can assure customers that extensive work is being carried out to ensure her safe return to service. "I would like to thank our teams who are working hard to find solutions and provide the best service possible during this period."when it was heading back to the west coast following a routine refit in Aberdeen - it had to be towed to Orkney.The service, which provides a connection between Harris and North Uist to the mainland, is to resume on 13 March before being shut again for six weeks from 30 October.
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