The new Isle of Man Steam Packet Company's flagship which was built at an Asian shipyard has officially received its name.

At a ceremony held at the Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD) in Ulsan, South Korea, the newbuild ferry was christened as Manxman yesterday.

This is the Steam-Packet's third vessel in the company’s history to bear the name which has been painted in gold to mark the start of a first year of service with the company.

Such a tradition Afloat understands was last applied to the Lady of Mann (II) which remained in service until 2004.

Adhering to local South Korean custom, Geraldine Ugland, wife of the Chairman of the Board of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, Lars Ugland, ceremonially ‘axed’ the vessel to signify its completion and naming.

ManxRadio has more on the story following final sea trials.