Vessel's marine evacuation system is being tested in Douglas Harbour
The Steam Packet Company has confirmed it is testing Manannan's marine evacuation system (MES) in Douglas Harbour today (24 March).
The fast craft is due to return to service at the end of the week.
It's scheduled to sail to Liverpool on Friday (28 March).
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