It is great to be working with Cammell Laird Shiprepairers & Shipbuilders Limited as Manxman heads into dry dock today. Manxman is required to be dry docked at least twice in every five year survey cycle. In non-docking years, an annual dive inspection of the underwater hull and equipment is required. The dry docking involves […]
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It is great to be working with Cammell Laird Shiprepairers & Shipbuilders Limited as Manxman heads into dry dock today. Manxman is required to be dry docked at least twice in every five year survey cycle. In non-docking years, an annual dive inspection of the underwater hull and equipment is required. The dry docking involves […]
From the strength and direction of the wind to the comfort of passengers, here is an insight into some of the most important factors which need to be considered when deciding whether to sail.
Having operated on the Irish Sea since 1830, the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has long understood that its people are key to the success of the business. Through thick and thin the Steam Packet Company has provided a vital service to the Isle of Man, transporting goods and passengers in and out of […]
Docking a ferry is a highly skilled – and potentially risky – operation. A lot of the time it is actually berthing the vessel safely in the harbour, rather than the crossing, that is the biggest challenge from a technical and safety point of view. In Heysham, our usual berth for Manxman, berth 1, is […]
Our commitment to a sustainable service for the future Here at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, we are committed to providing a sustainable, reliable, and high quality service for island residents and tourists. Sustainability is incredibly important for the future of the island and a topic that is front of mind for us. […]
