The Floating Bridge is suspended this morning (Saturday).
It's been a turbulent few months for the floating bridge, which recently returned from a long term suspension, only to once again leave service only a short time later.
On this occasion, the Isle of Wight Council said that the service is out of action to allow engineers to inspect a prow hinge.
A passenger launch will be in operation 'shortly', according to the Council.
It comes days after Councillors made a 'fact-finding' visit to the old Floating Bridge in Gosport, prompting speculation of its potential return.
The chain ferry has already recorded a loss of more than £400,000 this year, according to the council leader.
Its unreliability has also prompted a petition, which has so far attracted more than 2,500 signatures.