25 July 2026
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Isle of Man News

Steam Packet staff member in hospital following incident

Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has confirmed an investigation has been launched after an incident that occurred during mooring operations with Manxman at Douglas Harbour yesterday evening.

The incident occurred during the vessel’s scheduled 18:00 arrival to Douglas on Thursday.

Steam Packet Company Managing Director Brian Thomson said: ‘I can confirm that unfortunately a member of our staff has received injuries requiring hospitalisation as a result of the incident.

‘Our colleague is comfortable and our thoughts and best wishes are obviously with them and their family at this time, and we wish them all the best for a speedy recovery.’

‘We are currently investigating this incident, and will be liaising with all relevant authorities.’

‘We are not currently in a position to confirm any further details but we will release further updates as it becomes available.’

The incident led to the scheduled 19:45 departure and subsequent 02:15 return from Heysham to be cancelled.

SPC said Passengers on cancelled sailings will be offered alternative arrangements or a full refund.

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Shaun Moore is the Senior Broadcast Journalist for Manx.News and has over 15 years of working in radio, television, print and online. Previous work includes BBC, Sky, ITV, Bauer, Global Radio and Newsflare. Member of Chartered Institute of Journalists.

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