#Fastferry - Manx Radio reported yesterday, that the Isle of Man Steam Packet said it was a failed hydraulic fitting that was one of the reasons for a delay of their (Sunday) night Manannan sailing from Liverpool. According to the operator, repairs were made overnight.

Assistance was needed and it took some time for the vessel to berth safely in Douglas Harbour.

It was among a number of factors that delayed the boat.

In a statement issued by the Steam Packet, it says the failed part meant one of the engines could not be used for manoeuvring purposes - despite the engine itself being fully functional.

This - combined with strong, gusting winds and a French warship (see recent visitors to Dun Laoghaire) moored on the adjacent berth - meant the Captain required help from a tug.

Afloat adds that sailings have since resumed and continue to operate along with a freight-only ferry while ropax Ben-My-Chree began a three-week overhaul today.