Blue Funnel Group refers to a related set of companies providing boat charter, cruise and ferry services around the Solent and Isle of Wight in vessels up to 500 passengers.

[1][2] The 75-126 seat Jenny series of boats are noted for their high speed of up to 19 knots.

[3][4] Blue Funnel Cruises was originally formed from two or three companies including the boatbuilding Barkham family who pioneered viewing ocean liners in the 1930s.

[4] Solent and Wightline Cruises originated from the Rayment Family providing fishing trips from Bembridge on the Isle of Wight and eventually taking over Blue Funnel.

[13] Current vessels operated by the group include: The vessel Solent Scene was once owned by Solent Cruises under the Blue Funnel brand, it was sold in May 1998 and is now independent of the company.