The Steam Packet has announced changes to the sailing details of 5,000 TT fans.
The ferry company has changed the departure ports and times for some of the 41,000 people booked to travel to the Isle of Man for the Centenary TT, which starts on Saturday.
Steam Packet communications manager Laura Howland said the company apologised for any inconvenience.
She added:
‘Out of 41,000 passengers booked on our ferries, 5,000 are affected. We are informing passengers travelling this week by telephone and everyone affected by letter in the next 24 hours to advise them of their new port details and travel time.’
‘Many of these passengers are now being accommodated on our fast craft ferry, whereas, previously, they were booked on our conventional ferry. This will reduce their travel time considerably.’
‘We would ask all passengers to arrive at the times indicated on their ticket to avoid any problems. The sea traffic in and out of Douglas and UK and Irish ports will be unprecedented over the TT period and all ships will be operating to very tight port slots and turn around times.’
‘With approximately 18,000 bikes compared to 9,600 bikes booked on our ferries last year and approximately 5,000 cars and vans booked, we anticipate an exceptionally busy period. We would like to illustrate our appreciation of our customers’ support and patience at this time.’
‘The necessary changes have been made to optimise passenger bookings and make this year’s Centenary event a successful one for everyone concerned. Passengers wishing to discuss revised bookings should call our reservations line on 0871 222 1333 or alternatively +441624661661.’
‘We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused and are endeavouring to accommodate all our passengers at this exceptionally busy time for the company and the Island as a whole.’
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