The Ben-My-Chree has returned to service and will be taking over daytime sailings for the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company until Thursday.
The former flagship departed Douglas at 10:30am today (Monday) and arrived in Heysham at 2:35pm.
It is temporarily replacing the Manxman, which will continue to operate evening and overnight crossings.
The Ben-My-Chree is scheduled to return to Douglas at 10:15pm this evening.
Isle of Man Today has contacted the Steam Packet for clarification on why the Ben has stepped in to cover daytime sailings.
However, the vessel is expected to remain on this schedule until later this week.