The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service co-responded with ambulance crews on Saturday to assist an injured person onboard the visiting Polish tall ship Dar Młodzieży.

Working closely together, fire and ambulance crews assessed the situation and used a turntable ladder to safely extricate the casualty from the ship and transfer them ashore for further care.

A spokesperson from the Fire and Rescue Service commented: ‘This incident highlights the importance of joint working between emergency services to ensure patients receive the safest and most effective assistance possible.

‘We wish the casualty a full and speedy recovery.’

The Dar Młodzieży called at the Isle of Man on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26.

The ship, whose name translates as ‘Gift of Youth’, serves as Poland’s national sail training vessel and is used to train future seafarers.

Typically carrying more than 100 cadets, the vessel operates as a floating academy, with students living and studying on board as part of their maritime education. It is affiliated with Gdynia Maritime University, whose cadets regularly take part in international voyages.

Measuring more than 100 metres in length and equipped with three masts and a full set of sails, the Dar Młodzieży has been described as one of the most recognisable tall ships currently in service.

The Dar Młodzieży also regularly participates in international tall ship events and races, where it represents Poland and promotes maritime education.

Members of the public were able to board the vessel at the rear of Douglas Sea Terminal on Saturday and Sunday, while a number of Polish seafarers were seen out in the streets of Douglas over the weekend.

Douglas sports bar The Front Porch posted a photo of the visiting cadets and commented: ‘What a lovely bunch of lads! Until next time.’