Port of Southampton

Ideally located on the south coast close to major shipping lanes linking the UK to European and global markets, Southampton is Britain’s Gateway to the World. The port is the UK’s number one hub for deep sea trade and a critical link in supply chains serving businesses and manufacturers throughout the nation.

General Directions 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ABP Port of Southampton has now issued General Directions applicable to the Port of Southampton Statutory Harbour Authority Area. Directions are issued under article 5 of the Port of Southampton Harbour Revision Order 2025.

 The final version of the new General Directions can be viewed at the following link. 

Alternatively, a copy can be inspected at Ocean Gate, Atlantic Way, Southampton, SO14 3QN in reception between Monday-Friday 0900-1600hrs 

RNLI Safety Checks 

The Royal National Lifeboat Instituition (RNLI) has teamed up with the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), HM Coastguard and Irish Sailing to produce checklists to boost users' skills and help them prepare for the new boating season. Sarah Pennicard, of the RNLI Water Safety Team, said  " We always want people to enjour our coastline, but things can quickly go wrong at sea, which is why its important to be prepared. By keeping our essential checklists onboard, youll be reducing the risks of incidents occuring or increasing in severity" 

To download the free checklists and for more information visit: RNLI.org/boostskills