Ports of Jersey berth project completed

The two new developments for client Ports of Jersey have added real value and improved the daily operation of the Jersey fishing fleet including, most importantly, safety.

The ‘Redevelopment of Berths № 4 & 5’ and the ‘Refurbishment of the Fishermen’s Berths’ have enhanced the harbour offering for both the marine leisure and commercial fishing industries.

The Redevelopment of Berths № 4 & 5 follows a feasibility study undertaken in 2012 that considered the operational requirements and options for development. The preferred scheme taken forward involved the removal of the old St. Helier Marina Linkspan Bridge, a new bridge configuration, improved visitor/waiting pontoons to Berths № 4 & 5 and an improved berthing facility for the RNLI and South Coast Cruises day trip vessel. In addition, the chosen scheme released the southwest corner of St Helier Marina for a potential future project involving additional berthing. The Redevelopment of Berths № 4 & 5 were carried out with the assistance of engineering consultancy ARUP.

The refurbishment of the Fishermen’s Berths, adjacent to La Collete, St Helier, enhanced an ageing pontoon system through the introduction of new materials, including pontoon decking, additional lighting, and emergency equipment etc. These improvements provide the Jersey fishing fleet with a safer working environment.