The Steam Packet has cancelled tonight’s sailing from the Isle of Man to Heysham and its return after the Ben-my-Chree got into difficulties in Douglas harbour this evening.
The company simply described the problem as a ‘technical issue’ with the propeller which meant the vessel was unable to reach its designated berth.
It meant passengers were stuck on board.
Fire crews and the police were called as a precaution.
The ship finally docked at around 10pm, around four hours after it was due to.
Steam Packet chief executive Mark Woodward said: ‘Engineers are currently assessing the situation regarding the berthing of the vessel. The company has also requested the presence of divers.’
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