United Kingdom

Port of Gravesend (GB GVS)

UN/LOCODE
GB GVS
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
Gravesend
Body of water
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
United Kingdom
Port of Gravesend, United Kingdom © Ashley Dace · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
Region
GB-KEN
Coordinates
51.4500, 0.3667 (51°27′N 0°22′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, natural
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
15.5 m
Cargo pier depth
6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Limited Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Gravesend operates as a working harbor in United Kingdom, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Gravesend. Draft at the approach to Gravesend is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Gravesend located?
Gravesend is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Gravesend?
The UN/LOCODE for Gravesend is GB GVS.
What is the channel depth at Gravesend?
The channel depth at Gravesend is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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