SS Tyrconnel, was a coastal cargo vessel which was purchased by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, in 1911.

She was powered by a two-cylinder compound engine, which gave her a speed of 9 knots.She was first registered in Glasgow in 1892, then in Derry in 1895.

[3] The Tyrconnel had spotted the Bessie approximately 3 miles off Niarbyl, Isle of Man flying a distress flag.

[3] Captain Collister proceeded to give assistance,[3] however damage was sustained to one of Tyrconnel's lifeboats.

[3] She was acquired by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company in 1911 at a cost of £4,875 (equivalent to £627,090 in 2023),[4] and worked the coastal trade until 1932.