A man has been airlifted to hospital after falling from a cruise ship which was docked at Invergordon.
The incident occurred aboard the Viking Mars, while it was docked at Saltburn pier in the Ross-shire town.
A man, believed to be a crew member in his 40s fell from the luxury cruise ship on Friday morning, with emergency services quickly dispatched to the scene.
Two ambulances were sent, including a trauma team and an air ambulance.
Following the incident, the man was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment.
His condition is unknown.
A Viking spokeswoman said: “Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with our crew member and his family. We are focused on ensuring that all involved have the support they need at this time.
“The individual was injured while our vessel was docked near Invergordon, Scotland. He was transported by first responders to an area hospital.
“No other crew members or guests were involved in this incident. Our operations team is working with local officials to determine how this occurred.”
A police spokeswoman said: “Around 11am on Friday, August 18 police received a report of a man having fallen from a ship at Saltburn Pier in Invergordon.
“Emergency services attended and the man was taken by helimed to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
“The Health and Safety Executive has been made aware.”