Plans approved for Elizabeth Harbour – statement from Matt Thomas, CEO

We are delighted with the Planning Committee’s decision to approve our plans for the redevelopment of Elizabeth Harbour. This marks a significant milestone for the island, reflecting our commitment to enhancing our maritime infrastructure, supporting economic growth and improving passenger experience.

The redevelopment will bring numerous benefits, including:

• increased capacity for freight and a boost for local businesses
• improved facilities for passengers
• enhanced safety features ensuring a secure environment for all harbour users
• new public realm areas for Islanders to enjoy
• aligning with Jersey’s sustainable development and contributing to Jersey’s net zero trajectory
• creation of new jobs during the construction phase

In addition to our gratitude to Planning for their thorough review of the application and for the Committee’s positive decision, we would also like to thank the community for their input and support throughout this process. I am also really grateful and very proud of the tireless efforts of the fantastic team within Ports of Jersey and our partners.

Now that we have the go-ahead for our plans, we look forward to progressing the project and starting the first stages of the development.