The Superseacat Two, renamed the Viking, is due into Douglas harbour in the next few days.
She will bear the coloursof the newly rebarnded Isle of man Steam Packet.
Once here, she will undertake trials.
Last night, at an official launch, Chief Executive Mark Woodward (pictured) explained the thinking behind this moves, the renaming of lounges on the Ben My Chree and the introduction of new uniforms:
The Sea Express 1, now renamed Snaefell, is due to return to service after easter after repairs following the collision in the Mersey last year.
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