The final masterplan for the future of Falmouth Docks has been published today.

Three years worth of work has gone into the plan, which details the long term vision for the docks area up until 2026.

The draft plans recently went out for consultation, and the finalised version is now ready for publication.

It includes proposals to dredge a new deep channel into the docks, modernising ship repair facilities, upgrading wharves at the docks, improving bunkering services, a new 290 berth marina and providing a new superyacht basin.

It was put together by consultants working alongside representatives from Cornwall Council, Falmouth Harbour Commissioners, A&P Falmouth, Pendennis Shipyard, Falmouth Petroleum Ltd, Cornwall Development Company and the South West Regional Development Agency.

The official Port of Falmouth Masterplan is available online from this morning at www.cornwall.gov.uk/falmouth.

Copies of the Masterplan will also be available for reference at Falmouth Library and Falmouth One-Stop-Shop.

David Ellis, Chairman of Falmouth Harbour Commissioners, said: “The completion of Port of Falmouth Masterplan is the result of a great deal of careful work and extensive consultation across all areas of the community.

“It is a major milestone for Falmouth and presents an exciting opportunity to create a successful future for the town by ensuring we have a thriving, developing port at its heart.”

Peter Child, Managing Director of A&P Falmouth, said: “The completion of the Masterplan is great news for Falmouth and the future of our thriving port, but the hard work really starts now. We still strongly believe that dredging a deep water channel into Falmouth will play a crucial part in ensuring the docks has a sustainable future. Without dredging, many elements of the masterplan can not go ahead.

Henk Wiekens, joint managing director of Pendennis Shipyard, said: “The development of the masterplan has provided a valuable opportunity to collectively explore the long-term future of Falmouth Docks and the relationship with the businesses within its borders.”

Councillor Mike Varney, Chairman of Strategic Planning for Cornwall Council, said: “This represents a terrific opportunity for Falmouth and Cornwall alike, helping to underpin the economic future of the area.”