► Date set to remove oil rig from Broad Bay
One of the world's largest heavy lift ships has arrived in Lewis after being chartered to pick up the Transocean Winner oil rig.
A small flow of spectators dotted the coastline to seek the first glimpse of the Hawk as she approached Broad Bay on Tuesday night.
The 223 metre long semi-
The Hawk's deck is 157 metres long -
As she arrived her crew were welding metal struts on her deck in preparation for securely fastening the oil rig onboard.
The ship’s deck lights were ablaze to allow the crew to work outside at night.
► Date set to remove oil rig from Broad Bay
Hawk arrives for oil rig cargo
20 September 2016