The Underwater Centre in Fort William has been placed into administration, putting more than 50 jobs at risk.
Staff were told this week that the subsea training centre has been forced to cease trading and the process of appointing administrators is ‘ongoing’.
David McGhie, managing director of The Underwater Centre, said: ‘We regret to confirm that The Underwater Centre has been forced to cease trading and will be placed into administration. It was heartbreaking informing our committed, loyal and professional Staff.