A new TV series offers a glimpse behind the scenes of operations at Stornoway harbour.
The six-part series starting tonight (Wednesday) explores the daily workings of the
main port in the Hebrides, sharing real-life stories from the beating heart of the
harbour and the bustling community found in her shelter.
Kicking off the vibrant docu-series is an introduction to one of the largest construction
projects the Western Isles has ever seen. Stornoway’s new deep water terminal was
instigated following demand from the energy, transport and cruise industries to bring
larger vessels into Stornoway.
While preparation works are full steam ahead for the new port, we meet some American
residents who take shelter in the harbour over the winter, before more overseas travellers
are welcomed to the island-town on board a cruise ship that is safely piloted into
Stornoway.
Learning more about the challenges of life in the port, later in the series, the harbour team springs into action to address a health issue on a boat that has docked alongside.
Displaying the extraordinary commitment, skill and good humour those in the community bring to their work every single day, the programme keep up to date on progress at the new deep water terminal and follow plans inshore as the town centre gets a face lift.
The final episode marks a historic day for the Hebrides as the first passenger ship arrives at the new cruise berth, and tourists get a chance to visit some of the island’s top attractions.
Viewers can also expect to meet some artists who make the most of the treasures washed ashore and delve into the fascinating world of archaeology along the way.
Port Steòrnabhaigh, produced by Lewis production company, Mantra TBh, first airs tonight on BBC ALBA at 8.30pm (in Gaelic with English subtitles), with weekly episodes available every Wednesday evening and online.
New TV series takes a look behind the scenes at Stornoway harbour
14 August 2024
