Berthing trials for the Manannan are expected to take place at the new Ferry Terminal in Liverpool early next year.
That's according to the government, following the linkspan being successfully installed at the site.
The operation took three days to complete, and involved a specialist crane ship.
The Manannan should be set to carry the terminal's first passengers at the end of March 2024.
Manxman will undertake berthing trials in Liverpool later next year.
Firefighters tackle flat fire down South
The fire and rescue service dealt with a flat fire in Castletown earlier this afternoon
Weather warning for storm Dave this weekend
Ronaldsway Met office has issued a yellow weather warning for severe gales as storm Dave will hit the Island.
Roads to close for music festival this weekend
Roads in Ramsey will be closed for a day this weekend for a Manx music and dance festival.
How long do mental health patients stay in Manannan Court?
How long do patients generally spend in the mental health ward during a crisis?
Could you take over this former restaurant?
A former restaurant in the Villa Marina Arcade is up for rent.
Framework of new Sea Services Agreement ready, says minister
The infrastructure minister says the basic framework of the new Sea Services Agreement with the Steam Packet has been agreed.
Attorney General says he's stepping down
The Island's attorney general has announced he'll be retiring later this year.
Road closures in two towns for running event this week
Roads in two towns will close for a running event this week.
