The iconic paddle steamer Waverley has been boosted in its attempts to sail again.
The popular vessel which sailed in the Firth of Clyde including in Helensburgh is due to undergo a boiler refit.
Thanks to donations, new electrical generators have now been ordered for the Waverley.
Operations director Alasdair Macmillan said: “Three new generators will now be built for Waverley to be installed along with the two new steam boilers under construction in Annan.
“By installing new electrical equipment in addition to the boilers we are safeguarding Waverley’s future for many more years to come.”
The charity which owns Waverley is pursuing all possible funding avenues and has now submitted a grant application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund Trust for £250,000.
Further trust fund applications will be submitted to secure funding and help save the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world.
She was withdrawn from service in May this year due to structural defects in her boilers.
Donations to the Boiler Refit Appeal can be made online at waverleyexcursions.co.uk, by calling 0141 243 2224 or by texting STEAM £20 TO 70085. All donations made directly to Waverley Excursions will be recorded on a donor wall on board.
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