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Every public authority covered by the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act has a legal duty to maintain a publication scheme.
The purpose of a publication scheme is to make information readily available to the public without the need for specific written requests. Schemes are intended to encourage authorities to proactively publish information, to develop a culture of openness and participation.
The publication scheme lists the information which is readily available to the public. The list is divided into seven different categories of information to help you find the documents you are looking for.
This publication scheme commits the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands to making information available to the public as part of its normal business activities.
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands will:
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands will generally not publish:
In maintaining this publication scheme, our aim is to be as open as possible. However, there may be limited circumstances where information will be withheld from one of the categories of information listed in section 7: Categories of information.
Information will only be withheld where the FOI act expressly permits it.
For example: where disclosure would breach the law of confidentiality, infringe personal privacy, harm the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands’ (or another organization’s) commercial interests, or endanger the protection of the environment.
Whenever information is withheld, we will inform you of this and explain why that information cannot be released. Even where information is withheld, it may be possible to provide a redacted copy, with the exempt matter edited out.
If you wish to complain about any information which has been withheld, please refer to section 6: Complaints.
Information available under our publication scheme will usually be accessible through the methods described below.
Section 7: Categories of information provides more details on the information available under the scheme, along with additional guidance on how the information within each category may be accessed.
Many of our documents are published electronically on this website and can be downloaded in PDF format. Where information is available online, a link within section 7: Categories of information will direct you to the relevant page or document.
If there is no link, or the link is broken, you can use our website’s search facility by clicking on the magnifying glass icon at the top right of our website. If you are still having trouble locating information listed under our scheme, please contact the Port’s information manager or delegate listed below.
If information is listed in our publication scheme but is not published on the website, we may be able to send it to you by email. You can email us at FOI@caymanport.com to request information.
All information listed in the publication scheme will usually be available in hard copy. Requests may be addressed to:
Information Manager
Port Authority of the Cayman Islands
P.O. Box 1358
Grand Cayman Cayman Islands
KY1-1108
In your request, please provide your name and address, full details of the information or documents you would like to receive. You may also optionally provide a telephone number so that we can call you to clarify details if necessary. For faster processing, please also include any applicable fee. (See section 4: Fees and charges for further details.)
In limited cases, you may be required to make an appointment to view information listed in the publication scheme. This will be clearly stated in section 7: Categories of information, and relevant contact details will be provided in that section.
If you experience any difficulty identifying the information you want to access, please contact the Information Manager or Information Manager Designate listed above.
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands will adhere to its obligations under section 10 of the FOI act, and any requirements relating to disability or discrimination, when providing information in accordance with this publication scheme.
Information will be provided in the language in which it is held or in such other language that is legally required. Where the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands is legally required to translate any information, it will do so.
The purpose of this scheme is to make the maximum amount of information readily available at minimum effort and cost to the public. The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands strives to ensure that fees and charges are clearly explained and kept to a minimum.
Information which is published online, downloaded through a website, or sent to you by email will be provided free of charge.
Fees may be charged for providing information in paper copy or on computer disc. Charges will reflect the actual costs of reproduction and postage, as described below.
There are some publications which the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands offers for sale. This includes: Ship Schedules, etc. These publications are charged at the cover price, plus actual postage costs as charged by the Cayman Islands Postal Service. Alternatively, the Ship Schedules may be downloaded free of charge from Ship Schedules page on our website. Here you able to enter specific search criteria. However, if you wish, you may visit our offices between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm and purchase the latest Ship Schedule for $1.00. Also, all forms can be downloaded free of charge from the Forms page on our website.
Where fees apply, photocopied information will be charged at a standard rate of $1.00 per page (black and white; any size) and $1.50 per page (colour; any size).
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands will pass on to the requester the actual costs of postage or courier delivery.
Details of any individual charges which differ from the above policy are provided within section 7: Categories of information.
If a fee applies, you will be advised of the amount and how it has been calculated. Information will be provided when the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands has received your payment.
Information held by the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands that is not published under this scheme can be requested in writing. Your request will be considered in accordance with the provisions of the FOI Act.
Please complete the FOI application or email FOI@caymanport.com with your request.
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands aims to make our publication scheme easy to use, and to ensure our information is accessible to the public.
If you wish to complain about any aspect of this publication scheme, please email FOI@caymanport.com, and we will try to resolve your complaint as quickly as possible. If you do not have access to the internet, you may collect a copy of our Complaints Policy and form from any of our office locations between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm.
Our internal complaints process allows us to gain valuable information from the people it serves, and allows the organization to improve its reputation as one of the best public authorities. Information given by people complaining often contains useful criticism. Complaints made by the public can provide valuable decision and policy making information to management as well as highlight the challenges faced by employees.
Further information about our complaints procedures can be obtained from our Complaints page.
You have legal rights to access information under this scheme, and a right to complain to the Ombudsman’s Office if you are dissatisfied with our response.
Ombudsman’s Office
5th Floor, Anderson Square
64 Shedden Road
PO Box 2252
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
KY1-1107
Telephone: +1-345-946-6283
Email: info@ombudsman.ky
| Name of public authority | Port Authority of the Cayman Islands |
| Ministry | Ministry of Tourism & Ports |
| Chief Officer | Mr. Stran Bodden Government Administration Building Box 109 133 Elgin Avenue George Town Grand Cayman KY1-9000 CAYMAN ISLANDS Telephone: (345) 244-2441 Email: admin.motp@gov.ky Web: https://www.gov.ky/tourism-transport/ |
| Name and Title of Head | Mr. Paul Hurlston, Port Director |
| Information Manager | Mr. Chris Krohn Direct Line: (345) 914-3790 Email: ckrohn@caymanport.com |
| Information Manager Designate | Ms. Katherine Smalldon Direct Line: (345) 914-3712 Email: ksmalldon@caymanport.com |
The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands is a statutory body established on September 15, 1976 under the Port Authority Law. The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands activities involves the management of the maritime affairs of the Cayman Islands. Our Mission at the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands is to contribute to the economic development of the Cayman Islands by fostering and stimulating waterborne commerce and shipment of freight. We achieve this by effectively managing the maritime affairs of the Cayman Islands and by accommodating the volume of imports by sea through the provision of adequate docking and cargo handling/storage facilities.
Cayman Islands being a very popular tourist destination, we strive to assist in the promotion of tourism through the provision of appropriate arrival and departure facilities for cruise ship passengers.
The scope of the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands activities is:
| Locations and Hours | Matters Handled |
|---|---|
| Grand Cayman: | |
| Admin Office 113 Seafarers Way, George Town 8:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday | Port Director, IT administration, taxi dispatchers, harbour patrol and Port security. |
| Billing Office 110 Portland Rd, George Town 8:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12:00pm, Saturday | Clearing of cargo, Finance and HR departments. |
| Cargo Distribution Centre 126 Portland Rd., George Town Warehouse: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday 8:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Container Yard: 6pm to 6am Monday to Sunday | Cargo/container collections, fleet management, and safety and crisis management department. |
| Cayman Brac: | |
| Admin Offices 385 Creek Road, Cayman Brac 8:30am to 5:0pm Monday to Friday | Clearing of cargo and Brac office administration. |
| Warehouse 385 Creek Road, Cayman Brac 8:00am to 5pm Monday to Friday | Collection of cargo. |
| Name | Meetings | Minutes |
| Port Authority of the Cayman Islands Board | Meets monthly and is not open to the public. | Minutes are available from our website Board Minutes page. |
See all of our frequently asked questions on our FAQ page.
The Port Authority’s strategic management goals are:
The key strategic goals and objectives (from an ownership perspective) for The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands are:
Administering the authority’s internal functions and managing its resources efficiently and effectively. Includes the management of:
Principal accounting policies are adopted and are prepared in accordance with International Public Accounting Standards.
Port Authority Law (1999 Revision)
Port Authority Regulations (2003 Revision)
Complaints-handling procedure
HR policies and procedures:
Information management policy; Disposal schedule (records retention policy)
Operating policies and procedures; Standards of service
Labour Law (1996 Revision)
Public Service Management Law
Traffic Law (2003 Revision)
Port Policies:
Coastal water Regulations:
Marine Conservation Law
Boating Safety:
Current Fee Structure – Port Charges
As specified in our mission statement, the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands is responsible for seaport cargo and cruise operations in the Cayman Islands. Under each of these sections come more specific duties from cargo clearance to Taxi dispatcher service in and within the vicinity of the Seaports. We have two seaport locations in Grand Cayman; Harbour Drive and Spotts, respectively.
Port Authority does business with local, national and international visitors, customers, shipping companies and agents.
All forms can be downloaded from our website from our Forms page.
