There was a drop off in passenger numbers through Douglas Harbour in January.
The total was seven per cent lower than in the same month last year, described by Director of Harbours Mike Brew as 'slightly disappointing' after the growth seen during 2007.
But Mr Brew adds that the return of the Steam Packet's fastcraft 'will increase passenger choice in a very competitive market place'.
Vehicle numbers were also marginally down.
(Picture: The fastcraft Viking in the harbour at Douglas).
Sight Matters Reflects on a Landmark Year and Looks Ahead to Its 90th Anniversary
This is a paid for promotion on behalf of Sight Matters
Port Erin retail: the tale of two halves
What has it been like for businesses there in the run up to Christmas?
Treasury welcomes Bank of England interest rate cut
The cost of borrowing has reached its lowest level since early 2023
Financial Times raises "serious questions" over government due diligence in King Gaming case
Video report scrutinises oversight and background checks, suggesting Isle of Man approach worsened fallout
