Maritime security 

The Jersey Coastguard is tasked with keeping the port and our territorial waters open and safe to meet the Island’s needs. We’re also responsible for maritime security.

Unlike other jurisdictions, Jersey’s Coastguard Centre is also charged with the control and monitoring of all vessels entering and exiting through the main harbour entrance, which ensures the safe movement of all craft within the harbour and marinas.

• Accident and incident reporting

  Information on reporting an accident or incident, including contact details for Jersey Coastguard and St Helier VTS. Go to the Accident and incident reporting

• Emergency procedures in marinas

  Find out the proceudre for reporting certain marina incidents, including man overboard, fire, gate failure, security and sinking vessels. Go to the Emergency procedures in marinas

• Exclusion and restricted zones

  Find out about prohibited channels, submarine cables, anchoring, speed limits and fishing. Go to the Exclusion and restricted zones

• Dangerous vessels and cargoes

  Information on the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG). Go to the Dangerous vessels and cargoes