The ferry operator, The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has said it doesn't expect their flagship Manxman to be perfect yet, but its confident any issues can be fixed.

The 24,161 gross tonnes newbuild which was built in South Korea at cost of £78m, entered the Douglas-Heysham service in August, taking over from the ropax Ben-my-Chree.

As ManxRadio reports, this week an issue with the freshwater supply has left the ferry which can take 948 passengers unable to use the drinking water fountains. Also affected are hot drinks during crossings, while passengers have reported problems with lifts and non-flushing toilets.

The Steam Packet has confirmed it is providing bottled water free of charge to passengers in need.

Managing Director Brian Thomson, says some challenges are to be expected with a new vessel, to listen click here for the link to an audio clip.