Commissioning trials undertaken at Merseyside port today
The Steam Packet's fastcraft Manannan berthed at the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool for the first time today (Wednesday 13 March).
The exercise was part of the commissioning trial for the facility to enable major infrastructure marine works to be tested with the vessel.
Berthing trials are a mandatory safety procedure during a project of this type and will enable each of the Steam Packet’s captains to become accustomed to the new berth at all tide levels.
The Manxman will undertake berthing trials in Liverpool later in 2024 prior to the start of the winter weekend sailings schedule.
Government has confirmed representatives of the makers of both the linkspan and passenger access system attended from Poland and Spain respectively to oversee the implementation of the equipment, as well as to hold training sessions for staff.
It's also said the terminal building will 'soon' be available for the Steam Packet to undertake final fit-out, install equipment and support staff while they become familiarised with the facility.
The date of the first scheduled public sailing to arrive at the new terminal will follow the completion of the berthing trials and be confirmed 'in due course'.
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