Manxman parts being repaired in Denmark

Will 'shortly return to the UK' for reinstallation

The damaged components from the Steam Packet's flagship vessel are currently in Denmark with specialist marine engineers.

In an update, the company says Manxman's shafts and liners are in the north of the country at the works of Marine Shaft A/S.

Fleet Operations Manager Scott Wright has been to Hirtshals to observe the work, which is now 'nearing completion'.

The 18 metre long shafts will shortly return to the UK where the 'complex process of reinstallation will begin'.

Managing Director of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, Brian Thomson, said: "The management team working on this critical project has kept myself and the board regularly updated on progress of repairs to Manxman. 

"As we have said from the start, these repairs and returning Manxman to service is the Company’s first priority and while a timely resolution matters to everyone, nothing can be allowed to compromise safety. 

"We are confident the repairs undertaken are to the highest standard and will enable Manxman to return to service and deliver the high level of reliability she has previously shown. 

"Finding the right partner was central to that. Very few sites anywhere are equipped for work of this scale and high-quality engineering, and Marine Shaft are the right partner to deliver these specialist repairs."

Mr Wright added: "From our first approach it has been clear how much Marine Shaft share our priorities — precision engineering and workmanship, full compliance with safety standards, and a determination to complete these repairs on time."

Manxman is currently due to return to service in November.

The Ben-my-Chree, Manannan and Arrow are continuing to provide passenger and freight capacity in the interim.