Steam Packet Company responding to 'an incident' on Manxman 

The vessel was escorted into Douglas Harbour by a tugboat

The Steam Packet Company is responding to 'an incident' involving Manxman.

In a statement, it says the relevant authorities have been notified, and a further update will be issued once details of the incident are confirmed. 

The ferry was meant to arrive in Douglas Harbour at 6:25 am; however, it made its way in 20 minutes later, at 6:45 am, with a tugboat alongside it. 

*This is a developing story and will be updated once more information becomes available.