Steam Packet boss won't speculate over cause of Manxman issues

Investigation underway as flagship vessel's stay in drydock extended

The managing director of the Isle of Man Steam Packet says he won't speculate over the cause of the issue affecting Manxman.

The ferry operator's flagship vessel has been out of action since July and isn't expected to return to service until November.

Multiple issues have been identified, including with the vessel’s two propulsion shafts.

"You can read online all the speculation you want, but for us as a company we need to know the facts." - Managing Director Brian Thomson

Brian Thomson says he doesn't want to pre-empt the ongoing investigation: