'Serious concerns' have been raised by the Isle of Man Steam Packet in regards to the effect of growing windfarms in the Irish Sea.

As 3FM reports, the ferry operator has concerns following proposals for the windfarm of 'Morecambe and Morgan' which would be based in the Irish Sea.

The proposed windfarm would be in an area south-east of the Island along the route taken by the company's fast-ferry operating between Douglas and Liverpool. The 69 nautical mile route links the Manx capital to Merseyside where a new terminal is currently under construction.

Across the Island, leaflets have been posted asking for views expressed from the public. In addition a consultation process has been launched online which gives details of consultation venues and dates aswell as for pop-events noting an online event is scheduled for 10 November. 

The Steam Packet posted on its website to say that it's 'supportive of sustainability and renewable energy' - and 'broadly speaking' the company supports initiatives to tackle energy challgenges.

More here on this renewable energy project story.