The Port of Palamós pays special attention to sustainability and quality in its port activities. In accordance with applicable laws, its policy focuses on adhering to legal requirements, reducing the effects on the environment and protecting the port public domain. All this amid the challenge posed by climate change.

Quality and environmental protection are recognised as essential foundations of management, with a focus on meeting legal requirements, continuously reviewing and improving actions, and minimising environmental impact.

Lines of action are established, such as applying prevention criteria and promoting sustainability. The importance of stakeholder involvement, the application of the principle of prevention, and collaboration with other entities to address environmental problems is highlighted. The policy is reviewed annually to ensure its adequacy to the needs and objectives of the organisation.

The port of Palamós is part of the public company Ports de la Generalitat, which has ISO 9001 quality certification and ISO 14001 and EMAS environmental certification. Ports de la Generalitat is ISO 9001 certified for service quality, and ISO 14001 and EMAS verified for environmental quality. Audits are performed annually to provide the necessary information on the strengths and weaknesses of the integrated quality and environmental management system implemented at Ports de la Generalitat, with the aim of conducting periodic reviews and facilitating continuous improvement.