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#Collision - Possible disruptions to Isle of Man Steam Packet services may arise after a collision in Douglas last night.

According to ITV News, the fast craft Manannan was in collision with Victoria Pier on arrival in Douglas, after departing at 19.05 from Liverpool (see Landing Stage).

After it docked in Douglas around 22.40. all passengers and vehicles were disembarked, including five passengers who suffered injuries. They were taken to hospital by ambulance for further treatment.

The Steam Packet Company is investigating the cause of the collision and Manannan will be assessed overnight for damage, but this morning’s 07.30 departure to Liverpool is likely to be disrupted.

Afloat adds that the Steam Packet are to issue this morning further information including details of any revision to the day’s schedule.

For updates Click here to the ferry operators website.

Published in Ferry

About IDRA 14s

The Irish Dinghy Racing Association One Design or IDRA14 class is known for its convivial class association and affordable racing and great team spirit.

 

The IDRA14 class is 75 years old in 2021 with some original boats still racing but also entirely up to date with fibreglass boats, trapezes and spinnakers.

 

The races in summer and winter from three Dublin sailing clubs.

 

There are currently IDRA 14’s racing in Clontarf (CYBC), Sutton (SDC) and Dun Laoghaire (DMYC and RStGYC).

 

Boats are available in fibreglass and timber from approximately €1,500 ready to sail.

 

The IDRA 14s are working on plans to celebrate their 75th Anniversary in 2021.