Ferguson Marine shipyard boss sacked amid further delays to overdue ferry
The chief executive of Ferguson Marine, where the two delayed and over-budget CalMac ferries are being built, has been sacked after telling ministers further delays are “likely”.
David Tydeman’s contract was terminated by the state-owned company’s board.
The Scottish Government has said any more delays are “unacceptable”.
The chairman of the Ferguson Marine board said “strong leadership” is now needed to ensure the shipyard’s future and John Petticrew – a non-executive director – has been appointed as interim chief executive.
Mr Tydeman had recently sought to highlight progress on the Glen Sannox, praising
