Troon harbour berths ready for Arran ferry as major milestone reached

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Major marine works to allow the Arran ferry to operate out of Troon have been completed.Troon harbour owner Associated British Ports (ABP) say they have reached an important milestone after getting the town's ferry terminal up to scratch for the arrival of CalMac ferries.Upgrades to Troon's East Pier Ferry Terminal include new berthing fenders and a suspended concrete deck.The works have been completed ahead of the South Ayrshire port welcoming the Arran ferry as it temporarily relocates from Ardrossan harbour — which is set to undergo a multi-million pound transformation.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.The works were carried out by civil engineering contractor George Leslie to support the CalMac services from Ardrossan-Brodick/ Campeltown.The berth upgrades are set to support both of CalMac's existing ferries and the M.V Glen Sannox class of vessel which is due to enter into service next year.ABP's Regional Director Andrew Hartson said: “It is great to reach such an important milestone in the project and I am hugely proud of the local ABP team and our civil engineering contractors, George Leslie, who have worked so well together to deliver this on time and within budget."Focus will now turn completing the required shoreside infrastructure, including the installation of a terminal building, extensive car parking, check-in lanes and pickup and drop-off areas.It