Port Security
Port Security – ISPS
Port of Mariehamn complies with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS). Berths 1-6 in the Western harbor, Sopudden, Kraftverkskajen and Klintkajen are part of the port’s restricted areas. The Maritime Security Act (485/2004 ) describes the code’s intentions in Finnish and Åland ports. The Finnish Statutes (314/2025) describes amendments to the above law.
The most visible parts of the maritime port security are fencing and access control. Access to restricted areas is limited to authorized persons. Electronic keys, so called “tags”, are employed to easily manage access to restricted areas. The port maintains a security plan with three different security levels. The security level varies according to current risk asessment and several other internal and external factors.
Tags
Anyone in need of access to restricted areas in the Port of Mariehamn can apply for this permit online on our website. Online application requires logging in with a Bank-ID. The processing time is five working days. The access permit/tag is valid for a maximum of one year and must then be renewed. We DO NOT need the physical tag in order to renew it – a request with updated contact details via the completed form online is sufficient. If no Bank-ID is available or you have other queries, please contact the Port Security Officer for further instructions.
You will receive an email when the tag is ready for collection or has been renewed. Tags must be collected in person and you have to present a valid ID upon collection. Tags can also be released to the foreman of the employee’s company.
Part of the permit process may, with reference to above legislation, contain a security clearance procedure conducted by the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (SUPO). By submitting your application you give your consent to this procedure possibly taking place.
Handling of personal data
Personal data submitted when applying for access to restricted areas is stored as long as the person has access to the port areas. Some personal data may be stored longer when the personal data processing is based on legal obligation. For any questions regarding handling of personal data, please contact the Port Security Officer.
Parking
Please note that vehicular access to restricted areas only applies to loading and unloading, performing work that requires a vehicle or similar. Only vehicles granted a specific, authorized parking permit are allowed to park in the restricted port areas – and then only in marked parking spaces. Parking permits are obtained from the Port Office.
Departing vehicles
Departing vehicles, regardless of size or number of passengers, may only be allowed into the port’s restricted areas and on board the ships by the respective shipping company. These vehicles may not be parked within the restricted area in advance. Drivers and any passengers must carry a valid ticket and a valid ID.
Departing passengers
Each respective shipping company administers tickets and monitors access to the departure hall as well as access to the ships. Passengers are required to have a valid ticket and a valid ID.
Controls
Everyone present in the port’s restricted areas must be able to provide a valid ticket and a valid ID upon request. ID checks may be carried out by shipping company staff, port staff, security company staff hired by the port, as well as persons in authority. Access to restricted areas is not allowed without valid documents.
On behalf of the Port of Mariehamn Alandia Security Ab conducts random controls of departing passengers as well as their luggage and vehicles. A passenger may of course refuse these controls, but will then immediately be asked to leave the restricted area.
Technical surveillance
The port’s restricted areas and its surrounding areas are subject to various types of technical surveillance and logging. The handling of this material is strictly regulated to avoid misuse.
Approval
As the supervisory authority in Finland, the Finnish Transport Safety Agency (TRAFI) has approved safety inspections and the safety plan for the Port of Mariehamn and has issued certificates for this.
Registration number: FIMHQ 0002
For questions regarding port security and safety, contact the Port Security Officer at [email protected].