A problem with a rescue boat is causing delays to Red Funnel car ferry sailings today (Wednesday).
The service between East Cowes and Southampton is running behind by around 30 minutes.
Red Funnel said that it is because of a power failure on the rescue boat winch on Red Eagle.
The issue has been rectified, but it has still caused to delays.
Red Funnel has said that it is working hard to minimise delays and has apologised for any inconvenience caused.
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