United Kingdom

Port of Gravesend (GB GVS)

United Kingdom
Port of Gravesend, United Kingdom © Ashley Dace · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GB GVS
Coordinates 51.4500, 0.3667 (51°27′N 0°22′E)
Region GB-KEN
Nearest city Gravesend
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Channel depth 7.9 m
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 ice No
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.
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