The Belize Port Authority (BPA) continues to meet its mandate by regulating & implementing new ways to better serve the maritime interest.

Welcome to The Belize Port Authority

The Belize Port Authority (BPA) is a statutory body established in 1980 and currently falls under the portfolio of the Ministry Public Utilities, Energy & Logistics. The Authority is administered by a Board of Directors. The Ports Commissioner is responsible for the daily administration and operations of the Authority.

Our Mission

To regulate the maritime industry with a focus on sustainability, safety, and efficiency. We ensure the security of ports and shipping, uphold environmental standards, and promote financial stability. By facilitating maritime commerce and adhering to international standards, we aim to lead Belize's maritime sector towards sustainable growth and global excellence.

Our Vision

To become the foremost leader in the maritime industry, driving sustainable growth and global excellence through our steadfast commitment to regulating with a focus on sustainability, safety, and efficiency. By ensuring the security of ports and shipping, upholding environmental standards, and promoting financial stability, we will continue to facilitate maritime commerce and adhere to international standards, ultimately shaping Belize's maritime sector into a beacon of sustainable growth and global excellence.

Maritime Security

The Belize Port Authority is the designated Authority responsible to determine which facility shall be a “Port Facility” for the purposes of compliance with the Port Security Regulations and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Each of these facilities have a designated Port Facility Security Officer and they are all operating under an approved Port Facility Security Plan.