Ports of Jersey

What Ports of Jersey does

Ports of Jersey Limited is a private limited company owned by the Government of Jersey (States of Jersey), operating as the statutory authority for the island's critical transport and maritime infrastructure. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in St Peter, Jersey, the organization manages four core divisions: Jersey Airport (the island's only airport), Jersey Harbours (St Helier Harbour, Elizabeth Terminal, commercial port operations), Jersey Marinas (St Helier Marina, Elizabeth Marina, and outlying harbours including Rozel, Gorey, St Aubin, Bonne Nuit, La Rocque, and Greve de Lecq), and Jersey Coastguard (maritime safety and emergency response). The company employs 251-500 people and operates as a Crown Dependency government enterprise reinvesting all revenue into infrastructure maintenance and development.

The business operates across multiple revenue streams including usage-based airport operations (landing fees, passenger charges, parking, retail concessions), harbour and port operations (pilotage, berthing, freight management), recurring marina berthing and subscriptions, one-time vessel registration fees through the Jersey Ships' Registry (vessels up to 399GT on the British Registry), superyacht premium services (berthing up to 130m, ROV inspections, VAT-free fuel), managed coastguard and VTS services, and adjacent hospitality offerings through The Shells floating accommodation. Distribution is direct via owned physical locations and digital platforms, with channel partnerships through airlines (Jet2, KLM, British Airways, easyJet, Loganair, Aer Lingus) and ferry operators (DFDS, Islands Unlimited, Manche Îles Express) that drive passenger and freight traffic to the island.

The organization holds key industry accreditations including 5 Gold Anchor marina status, Superyacht Ready accreditation (June 2024), Green Tourism Silver Award for The Shells, ISPS Code compliance, and Port Marine Safety Code compliance. It is implementing a multi-year Harbour Master Plan as part of a broader £600+ million capital investment programme through 2030, in partnership with the Government of Jersey, Andium Homes, and States of Jersey Development Company.

Name

Ports of Jersey

Legal name

Ports of Jersey Limited

Website

https://ports.je

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Ports of Jersey is a government-owned statutory authority operating Jersey's only airport, main harbour, marinas, and coastguard services. It serves airline partners, ferry operators, vessel owners, and passengers through diversified aviation, maritime, registration, and hospitality revenue streams under a protected monopoly position.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Change Islands

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Airport Operations: Revenue from airline operations at Jersey Airport including landing fees, passenger charges, parking, and retail concessions.
2. Harbour and Port Operations: Revenue from commercial shipping, Elizabeth Terminal operations, freight management, and vessel services including pilotage, berthing, and storage.
3. Marina Berthing and Services: Revenue from marina berths, moorings, boat hoisting, storage (La Collette Boat Park), and visitor fees. Includes annual contracts, seasonal berths, and transient visitor fees.
4. Ships' Registry: Revenue from vessel registration services including local registration (£20), Small Ships Register (£70), and full British registry fees.
5. The Shells Self-Catering Accommodation: Revenue from floating holiday pod accommodation (Oyster and Ormer units) at St Helier Marina, offering eco-friendly stays with sustainable features.
6. Superyacht Services: Premium services including berthing (up to 130m vessels), pilotage, ROV inspections, and dedicated concierge services with VAT-free fuel.
7. Coastguard Services: Revenue from maritime safety services, VTS operations, and emergency response coordination.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ports of Jersey operates and manages the island of Jersey's critical transport and maritime infrastructure, including Jersey Airport, Jersey Harbours, Jersey Marinas, and Jersey Coastguard. The organization provides aviation services, harbour and marina operations, maritime registration, and coastal safety services. It also offers ancillary commercial offerings such as floating accommodation, superyacht services, and ship registration.

Product overview

Ports of Jersey operates as a unified port and airport authority managing multiple interconnected services. The core offering comprises four main divisions: Jersey Harbours (commercial port operations including Elizabeth Terminal, vessel traffic services, and pilotage), Jersey Marinas (marina operations across St Helier, Elizabeth, and outlying harbours), Jersey Coastguard (coastal safety and emergency services), and Jersey Airport (airport operations via jerseyairport.com). Supporting services include the Ships' Registry for vessel registration up to 399GT, The Shells floating accommodation pods, Superyacht Services with berths up to 130m, the Trace transit reporting app, and Marine Services fleet. The Harbour Master Plan represents a major transformation programme. Community initiatives include Community Boost funding and sustainability partnerships. The organisation projects approximately £600 million capital investment over four years with an additional £200 million anticipated.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Jersey Airport: Island airport operating air services to UK and European destinations
• Jersey Harbours
• Jersey Marinas
• Jersey Coastguard
• Jersey Ships' Registry
• The Shells
• CarbonPass

Quantifiable outcome

• 2.2% air passenger growth in Q1 2026 vs Q1 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Government of JerseyflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2026Joint development of Island Construction & Engineering (ICE) Programme. Ports of Jersey is a partner alongside Government of Jersey, Andium Homes, and States of Jersey Development Company, contributing to a projected £600+ million capital investment over four years covering critical infrastructure.
• Andium HomescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2026Partnership for Island Construction & Engineering Programme. Andium Homes is a States-owned jersey-owned registered social landlord providing affordable homes.
• States of Jersey Development CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2026Partnership for Island Construction & Engineering Programme, providing commercial property development expertise for island infrastructure projects.
• Jet2coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor airline partner significantly expanding Jersey programme for Summer 2027 with two new routes. Particularly strong in the visitor market, strengthening links to Jersey from key UK access points.
• KLMcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKey new carrier commencing new Amsterdam service with weekly flights increasing to daily during July-August. Provides access to onward connections to more than 160 destinations worldwide.
• British AirwayscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstablished airline partner recording strong 14.3% year-on-year passenger increase, providing regular connectivity to UK destinations.
• easyJetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor carrier operating up to 12 flights per day from Jersey to London Southend, providing high-frequency UK connectivity.
• LoganairminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew services commencing to East Midlands, Norwich, and Paris, expanding regional connectivity options.
• Aer LingusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRestarted Dublin service with up to four flights per week, restoring Irish connectivity.
• DFDScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary ferry operator with over 135,000 passengers booked year-to-date 2026. Strong forward bookings indicate continued uplift compared to previous year.
• Islands UnlimitedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSea connectivity partner programme returning from end of March 2026, enhancing overall maritime access.
• Manche Îles ExpressminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFerry services resuming from mid-April 2026, further strengthening sea connectivity options.
• EVieminorGTM or Marketing PartnerElectric car rental partnership at St Helier Marina, providing sustainable ground transportation options for marina visitors.
• Channel Island Port ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended independent agent for superyacht visits, handling administration, logistics, and bunkering agent services.
• Channel SeawaysminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended independent shipping agent for superyacht and commercial vessel visits to Jersey.
• St Helier Yacht ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal yacht club situated on South Pier of St Helier Harbour, providing sailing community support and training courses including RYA First Aid at Sea and Sea Survival courses.
• Royal Channel Islands Yacht ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremium yacht club at Bulwarks, St Aubin, offering facilities for members with stunning views of St Aubin's Bay.
• St Catherine's Sailing ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJersey's largest dinghy sailing club and most southerly sailing club in the British Islands.
• St John Ambulance JerseyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses for maritime users, with specific modules for hypothermia and drowning.
• Boat FayreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndependent operator providing duty-free ordering and delivery service to yachts at St Helier Marina.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• MDL Marinas:

Direct peers

• Guernsey Ports: Statutory port authority for Guernsey, the other major Channel Island, operating harbours, marinas, and freight. Direct analogue in the same Crown Dependency regulatory and geographic context as Ports of Jersey.
• Isle of Man Harbours and Airport (DOI): Government-owned operator of Isle of Man harbours and Ronaldsway Airport. Closest functional peer combining a small-island airport, harbour authority, and marina operator under one public entity.
• Shetland Islands Council (Port and Harbours): Local-authority-run port, ferry terminal, and harbour operator serving island communities. Comparable as a publicly-owned, multi-mode island port authority with mixed commercial/ferry traffic.
• Camper & Nicholsons Marinas: International operator of luxury marinas and yacht harbours, including the 5 Gold Anchor Port Louis Marina in Grenada. Direct comparable in the premium/superyacht marina segment that Jersey Marinas targets.
• London Southend Airport: Regional UK airport operated with a focus on point-to-point connectivity and easyJet services. Comparable in scale and traffic mix as a smaller regional airport serving point-to-point routes similar to Jersey Airport's profile.

Broad incumbents

• Peel Ports Group: One of the UK's largest port operators running container, bulk, and RoRo terminals. Comparable as a port operator with vessel traffic services, pilotage, and cruise capabilities, but at much greater scale and as a private commercial operator.
• Associated British Ports: UK's largest ports group operating 21 ports including cruise, container, and bulk terminals. Comparable core activity (harbour and port operations, vessel services) but operates as a private commercial group across multiple geographies.
• Port of Dover: Statutory harbour authority for the Port of Dover, handling ferry and cruise traffic. Comparable as a statutory harbour authority with ferry terminal operations and cruise handling, though at significantly higher passenger volumes.
• IGY Marinas: Global marina operator with premium and superyacht berthing locations. Comparable as a premium marina operator with superyacht infrastructure, though geographically diversified versus Jersey's single-location model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PortsofJersey

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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