United Kingdom

Port of Belfast (GB BEL)

UN/LOCODE
GB BEL
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
9.3 m
Nearest city
Belfast
Body of water
North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
United Kingdom
Port of Belfast, United Kingdom © Ryan kirk · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
GB-BFS
Coordinates
54.6167, -5.9000 (54°37′N 5°54′W)
Harbor
Harbor type
River basin
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
9.4 m
Cargo pier depth
11.2 m
Oil terminal depth
11.3 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
305 m × 52 m × 11.3 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#206
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #206
79.31
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 79.31

Belfast operates as a working harbor in United Kingdom, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as River basin sets the scale of operations at Belfast. Draft at the approach to Belfast is constrained by a 9.3 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Belfast located?
Belfast is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Belfast?
The UN/LOCODE for Belfast is GB BEL.
What is the channel depth at Belfast?
The channel depth at Belfast is 9.3 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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