Exports to the continent are worth millions to the Island’s economy, and there would be real problems for those who import and export goods to and from the continent if Emeraude disappears.The Emeraude vessel Solidor V is able to carry vehicles of higher tonnage than its Condor counterparts, and Deputy Mike Taylor , who has responsibility for the fishing industry, said that the loss of the Emeraude link would have a big impact on the shellfish industry.’The shellfish business from the Island itself is worth about £6m a year, about 80% of which is exported by Emeraude through St Malo.
If Emeraude go, there will be real difficulties.
Apart from tonnage issues, the Condor fast ferry has to come down from the UK, and in the winter sailings can be affected by adverse weather in the Channel causing cancellations and delays,’ he said.The Deputy added that the shellfish and fresh flower industries would be really badly hit if debt-laden Emeraude go out of business.
