Publisher's Synopsis
This new book gives the reader an insight into the development and construction of the new flagship vessel for the Steam Packet, which is due to enter service during in July 2023. The publication covers a short history of the company during the last 25 years, including a look-back in time at the last Manxman by John Hendy and Peter Corrin. The author's look at the factors behind vessels engineering design, constraints on size and shape, environmental credentials, efficiency factors, technical data etc and the construction of the ship. The book also includes a wealth of drawings and photos of the construction of the new ferry in South Korea and will include the delivery voyage of the Manxman to the Isle of Man. Published 7th August 2023.
