This just in from Wightlink:
Portsmouth to Ryde Catamaran service 8 & 9 April
Please be advised that due to operational reasons the Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier Head Catamaran Service is operating a revised service until further notice:
Sunday 8 April - sailings will depart from Portsmouth Harbour at 15 minutes past the hour and from Ryde Pier Head at 47 minutes past the hour
Monday 9 April - sailings will depart from Portsmouth Harbour at 15 minutes past the hour and from Ryde Pier Head at 47 minutes past the hour and will be operated by Wight Ryder II
A charter vessel (Wight Scene) will operate sailings from Portsmouth Harbour at 40 minutes past the hour (from 0940-1840) and from Ryde Pier at 10 minutes past the hour (from 0910-1810) on Monday 9 April. Crossing time will be approx 25 minutes
Wightlink would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused. Passengers concerned about their sailings are advised to contact Wightlink Reservations on 0871 376 1000