Despite the efforts of Hurricane Ophelia, the first steelwork was erected for the new Ardnahoe Distillery on the isle of Islay. In addition, the first equipment for the distillery – the heating tanks – were delivered on October 20. The distillery, owned by Hunter Laing of Glasgow, is scheduled to be in production at the end of 2018, providing vital employment on the island. Left to right, Iain Hepburn Project Manager, Islay MacEachearn, main contractor, Bryony Boydm visitor centre and retail manager, and Jim McEwan, head distiller.