It is the policy of the Company to provide healthy and safe working conditions; and to maintain a safe, environmentally responsible and, as reasonably practicable, a pollution free operating practice that complies with National and applicable International Regulations and relevant standards and guidelines.

Wightlink's Safety Management System describes the Company's management system for the safe operation of ships and for pollution prevention. Its contents have been reviewed and indicate compliance with the requirements of I.M.O. Resolution A .74l/18 - The International Safety Management Code, as amended by MSC.104(73) and Resolution 4.913(22) Revised Guidelines on Implementation of the ISM Code by Administrations.  This policy broadens and exceeds those requirements.

The company's objectives are to:

1. Provide for safe and environmentally responsible practices in ships and shore locations and maintain a safe working environment.

2. Establish safeguards against all identified risks.

3. Continuously improve the safety and environmental management skills of personnel ashore and aboard ship, including preparing for emergencies related both to safety and environmental protection.

These objectives will be achieved by:

1. Maintaining high standards of safety and environmental consciousness personal discipline and individual accountability by adherence to a comprehensive and documented system of training.

2. Promoting employee participation in measures aimed at improving safety, reducing waste and protecting the environment.

3. Keeping all personnel fully informed of any known or potential hazards that may affect themselves, their colleagues, the location, ship. or the environment by the issue of relevant documentation.

4. Ensuring adherence at all times to the documented operating procedures by a system of internal verification of procedures and activities.

5. Continuously reviewing all mandatory rules, regulations, industry codes and guidelines that are relevant to shore locations, specific vessel types and trades.

All employees are expected to comply with Health, Safety, Environmental and Pollution Prevention Regulations and Procedures at all times; and to take the necessary precautions to protect the passengers themselves their colleagues their location or ship, cargoes and the environment.

28th September 2007