HD links are cut by agent

SHIP & Fly has cut its ties with HD Ferries. Chief executive officer Max Carling said he did not want the name of his firm, which handled HD1, dragged down with it.

HD announced yesterday that it was cancelling sailings for the rest of the year, but hoped to return in 2009.

* HD Ferries spokesman Phil Jones said: 'We share everybody's disappointment that we have had to bring the service to an end early. We are optimistic about the prospect of resuming in spring. If some partners do not wish to work with us, then we will find alternatives.'