The deal for the government to take control of the Steam Packet Company is to be completed this week.
The move will be signed by Treasury Minister Alf Cannan.
Tynwald members voted in favour of taking control of the Islands sea services.
The agreement aims to provide long-term stability to the Ferry operations on the Island.
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