Second largest number of passengers travel by ferry to the TT since current records began
We’ve broken the records!
We’re pleased to announce that a whopping 37,800 passengers will have travelled with us to the TT Races this year, making it the largest number of passengers (excluding 2007, the TT’s Centenary Event) arriving by ferry since our current records began in 1986.
During the period (May 22nd to June 7th), 37,808 passengers, including 5,488 cars or vans and 13,385 motorbikes, will have travelled to the island on our flagship Manxman or high speed craft Manannan for the motorcycle event of the year.
We are exceptionally pleased to bring even more racing fans to the island and Manxman’s larger capacity and high-quality facilities has been absolutely vital to these fantastic results. It was Manxman’s inaugural TT service and we have received great feedback from visitors travelling on the flagship vessel.
The figures are an 11% increase compared to last year, and in recent years are only surpassed by the 2007 TT Centenary Event, which saw 47,230 passengers travel to the island on five passenger vessels, three of which were specially chartered for the special anniversary event.
As well as carrying thousands of passengers, a greater amount of essential freight for the island was carried daily by Ben-my-Chree, with a 15% increase in volumes compared to last year over the TT period.
Thanks go to the whole IOMSPC team who have been outstanding working round the clock to ensure customers enjoy their journey with us!