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Steam Packet lowers Manxman’s shafts for reassembly
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The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company said on 11 November 2026 that port side replacement shaft bearings for Manxman have arrived from Hamburg. On 9 November a crane lowered the shafts into the dock bottom so the shafting system can be reassembled and aligned.
Source: Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (opens in a new tab)
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company said on 11 November 2026 that another milestone has been reached in the work to return Manxman to service. Port side replacement shaft bearings arrived this week from Hamburg and have now been delivered to the vessel, alongside engineers from the bearing manufacturer. The remaining bearings should be delivered early next week. The company said these components are required for the propulsion system reassembly and will enable the specialist teams to progress into the next phase of work.
On Monday (9 November), a crane was used to lower the shafts into position in the dock bottom, in preparation to carry out the careful process of reassembling and aligning the shafting system. The company said this is a highly technical stage of the project, requiring precise installation and alignment to ensure the propulsion system operates as intended. Work is continuing safely and efficiently.