The Steam Packet Company says the Ben-my-Chree will be in Northern Ireland this week for a trial sailing.
On Facebook, the ferry firm says it's looking into the practicality and feasibility of improved services to Ireland.
It says the Ben will undertake a trial sailing to Larne in County Antrim.
But it's warning people not to get their hopes up too soon as no final decision has been made yet about adding the route to its schedules.
Island to get branch of Palestine Solidarity Campaign
A new Island organisation will highlight the plight of Palestinians, if its London-based parent approves.
New government whistleblowing policy still up for discussion
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says a new government whistleblowing policy is still up for discussion.
Top TV magician to visit Island next week
The BBC's most-broadcast magician of the last decade will be visiting the Island next week.
New mapping shows risk from radioactive gas around Island
The Isle of Man's been included in UK maps showing the risk from a radioactive gas.
Manx Care sees sharp rise in complaints
Manx Care says complaints from the public rose sharply last year, after falling for three years in a row.
Parts of Braddan to be without water tonight
Manx Utilities says some parts of Braddan will be without water tonight.
Hop Tu Naa Festival to kick off in Cregneash this weekend
The spook-tacular Hop tu Naa Festival will be getting underway at Cregneash from this weekend - with music, crafts, and glowing turnip lanterns for all ages.
Chief Minister says funding for new government conference initiatives will be settled later
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says money for projects announced at the recent government conference will be settled later.
