The Steam Packet has confirmed that smoke was detected in a machinery space within Manxman.
Standard safety procedures were activated, including a muster of all passengers at emergency stations.
The incident occurred during the 2:15am sailing from Heysham to Douglas on Tuesday, but there was no threat to the overall safety of the vessel.
A spokesperson said, “The vessel proceeded to Douglas at reduced speed and carried out mooring operations unaided, though a tug was requested to stand by as a precaution.”
All passengers disembarked normally, with no injuries to them or crew.
Authorities have been informed, and an investigation is underway. Manannan’s sailings for August 19 have been rescheduled to minimise disruption.
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