She was built by R. and W. Hawthorn, Leslie and Company, Limited, with the keel being laid down on 5 January 1939. Following emergency repairs at Oran and Gibraltar, she returned to Newcastle-upon-Tyne for extensive repair work. Manxman then transferred to the Mediterranean, where she was employed on relief runs to Malta. There will be a few small items of Owners Furnished Equipment to be installed after delivery to suit our operation, such as computers for our own internal systems and additional equipment for increased passenger comfort and experience. HMS Manxman (M70) edit. The introduction of a new vessel does not alter the Isle of Man Steam Packets pricing structure in any way. They came into service in 1940 and served with distinction through WW2 not only as Minelayers, but because of their incredible speed they were used to ferry essential supplies and personel through to Malta at the height of the siege. In 1916, she was commissioned by the Royal Navy as HMS Manxman and saw action as a seaplane carrier during the First World War, after which she was acquired by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. 613 10. Following emergency repairs at Oran and Gibraltar, she returned to Newcastle-upon-Tyne for extensive repair work. SHIPS BELL in WAR MUSEUM.MALTA. and formatting is required,