The Chief Minister says Manx pressure has caused the developer of winds farms in the Irish sea to look again at proposals.
Speaking in Tynwald, Allan Bell was answering a question from Onchan member Peter Karran about safety concerns, should hundreds of the giant turbines be erected.
The Steam Packet has said their sailings, particularly in the winter months, could be hit hard.
Mr Bell told members there would now be a delay:
MLC reiterates calls for milestone payments for new parents
Government previously said such a scheme would need costing
What have your MHKs promised you? Douglas Central
Peter Shimmin and Chris Thomas were Elected
Aldi or Lidl on the way?
British branches of the supermarket giants planning over 90 more stores combined in 2027
Exhibition marking 10 years of Biosphere status opens at Museum
Decision on whether Island retains the status due next year