Ports & Marine Facilities Safety Code
The Ports & Marine Facilities Safety Code (“the Code”) sets out a national standard for every aspect of port marine safety; its aim is to enhance safety for everyone who uses or works in the UK port marine environment.
In a significant move to strengthen maritime safety across the UK, the Department for Transport has issued an updated version of the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC)—with clear expectations that marinas and other non-statutory marine facilities bring their safety practices in line with the national framework.
The appointed Designated Person for Yarmouth Harbour is Mark Robinson Maritime Consultants (MRMC). The Designated Person has direct access to the highest level of authority.
Certificate of Compliance with the Ports & Marine Facilities Safety Code
Awarded to: Yarmouth (Isle of Wight) Harbour Commissioners (October 2025).
Ports Good Governance Guidance
Good governance guidance for statutory harbour authorities operating ports in England and Wales.
This guidance sets out the principles of openness, accountability and fitness for purpose in managing harbours in the broad public interest.
The current Ports Good Governance Guidance was published by the Department for Transport in March 2018: Moving Britain Ahead.
Marine Safety Management Manual
The Marine Safety Management Manual mandates how Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners, as the Duty Holder, discharges our duties as required by the Port Marine Safety Code by detailing our policies and commitments and hierarchical overview of how marine safety is managed within our jurisdiction.
The current version of the Marine Safety Management Manual (Issue 17) was published in October 2024.
Port Waste Management Plan
Yarmouth Harbour (IOW) is a small Trust Port. Most of the waste is generated by harbour management operations, small commercial vessels such as fishing boats, and recreational craft consisting of permanent mooring holders and visitors.
Yarmouth Community Emergency Flood Plan
The aim of the Yarmouth Community Emergency Flood Plan, is to help local people prepare and be resilient in times of flooding.
