The Steam Packet Company says the Ben my Chree has been chartered to help a fellow Irish Sea ferry company over Christmas.
The vessel will operate a freight-only service between Heysham and Dublin for Stena Line.
The Steam Packet says the ship will be with Stena Line for at least a fortnight, although she can be recalled at any time if needed.
The charter started on Monday.
Castletown gets new homes for endangered Swifts
Four new Swift nesting boxes have been installed in Castletown Square.
Paralysed TT star gives thanks for support
A rider who was left partly paralysed by a crash during TT has thanked everyone for their support.
'Good Times' are heading to the Villa Marina this autumn
Music legends Nile Rodgers and CHIC are set to perform at the Villa Marina this September.
Public consultation on NHS weight loss jabs considered
A public consultation on offering weight loss injections through the NHS is still being considered according to Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford.
Another talk on armed policing tonight
There's another chance to find out more about armed policing tonight.
IOM Scooter Rally returns this weekend
This weekend sees the 2026 IOM Scooter Rally return, with around 300 two wheeled visitors expected to the Island.
Sam Barks to return home for charity concert
Manx singer and actress Samantha Barks will return to the Isle of Man this November for a special candlelit concert in aid of Hospice Isle of Man.
RNLI called out to stranded fishing boat
Port St Mary RNLI launched to help out a stranded fishing boat yesterday afternoon.
