As a Statutory Harbour Authority Shoreham Port is responsible for the management of navigational safety within harbour limits between Hove Lagoon, the Old Toll Bridge on the River Adur and the outer port limits. Shoreham Port is also a Competent Harbour Authority within the provisions of the Pilotage Act 1987.

Shoreham Port provides conservancy and vessel traffic services for ships and craft using the Port, including the maintenance of navigational channels, moorings, lights and the provision of hydrographic, tidal and other information. Shoreham Port is also the Pilotage Authority within harbour limits.

A range of additional Maritime Services are provided by Shoreham Port which include:

• The Tug ‘Adurni’ which is available for a wide variety of tasks, including towage services and the transfer of product by hopper barge. In addition the vessel has recently acquired the necessary certification to undertake maritime operations within all UK ports upon request.
  
  
• The Port supplies hydrographic services for hire to other ports and waterways. We have a fully equipped vessel with a plough for dredging/bed leveling. This ensures that water channels are kept at a navigable depth. Please contact us for further information on our hydrographic service.