The Steam Packet Company have released new figures of the Manxman's passenger numbers.
The ferry operator said that there were 68,971 people who travelled in Quarter 1 of this year, compared to 56,835 in 2023.
Freight services saw a 7% increase, carrying 103, 973 meters of essential freight compared to 96,508 last year.
The Manxman has over 45% of passengers booked between Heysham and Douglas this TT week.
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Mountain Road to close because of gales
The Department of Infrastructure says it'll soon be closing the Mountain Road because of high winds.
New amber warning issued for tonight's storm
Ronaldsway Met Office has upgraded tonight's weather warning from yellow to amber.
Police appeal over theft of building materials
Police in the West are appealing for information about stolen buildings materials.
One of capital's oldest buildings may become housing
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New NHS safety rule to be brought in on Island
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Two city streets to shut for over six months
Two streets in the centre of Douglas will be partly closed for over six months.
Revamp of airport terminal planned, says DOI
The Department of Infrastructure says a series of improvements to the airport terminal have been planned for the next three years.
