VISION, MISSION STATEMENT
& STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
VISION
Cowes Harbour and the River Medina to fulfil their potential in delivering first-class port
facilities and leisure services and by acting as the main transport and shipping gateway
supporting the Island’s economy and employment.
MISSION STATEMENT
Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) will manage the harbour, its safety and sustainable
improvement and deliver the Commission’s strategic objectives.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
Overriding Objective
Promote and deliver a safety first culture and manage enforcement
responsibilities.
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1. Following completion of the Cowes Breakwater and Eastern Channel
dredge, continue to support opportunities created by the more sheltered
harbour in conjunction with government agencies, town councils and the
Isle of Wight Council.
2. Engage with the Isle of Wight Council and partners where appropriate in
the strategic planning for Cowes Harbour and the Medina Valley to future-
proof the port’s infrastructure, marine services, and employment.
3. Deliver a new cost-effective Medina Estuary Sustainable Maintenance
Dredging Management Plan by 2021 in partnership with stakeholders.
4. Continue investment into marine based services and harbour facilities.
5. Manage our income and asset base to support the delivery of statutory
duties and strategic objectives to fund harbour improvements.
6. Support sustainable development and conservation of the harbour and
marine environment.
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