Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall says passengers will be using the new ferry terminal in Liverpool by the end of the month.
In Tynwald this week he faced questions from Central Douglas MHK Chris Thomas about when the facility would open.
Mr Crookall said the building was ready to go but the Steam Packet company still needed to finish berthing trials, installing software, and fitting an x-ray machine and signs.
But he said the delayed terminal's time had finally come:
Glen Helen's Swiss Chalet up for rent
A landmark former restaurant in the west of the Island is up for rent.
UK taxman lists Isle of Man tax avoidance schemes and promoters
There are eight Isle of Man entries on the latest UK taxman's list of tax avoidance schemes.
More than 2,300 calls to 999 last month
The Island's emergency services dealt with more than 2,300 emergency calls last month.
New Captain of the Parish named for Bride
Bride is to get a new captain of the parish.
Online petition calls for windfarm referendum
An Island resident who says a windfarm in the south of the Island will spoil the view is calling for a national referendum on the project.
Government considers jury service changes
The government says it's looking at who can do jury service in future.
Protect lambs - keep your dog under control!
Police are asking dog owners to behave responsibly with their pets during lambing season.
2025 Manx Rally starts today!
This year's Manx Rally gets underway this morning.
