United Kingdom

Port of Ipswich (GB IPS)

United Kingdom
Port of Ipswich, United Kingdom © Ropesplice · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GB IPS
Coordinates 52.0500, 1.1667 (52°03′N 1°10′E)
Region GB-SFK
Nearest city Ipswich
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type River, tide gates
Shelter Fair
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 4.9 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies

Ipswich is a seaport on the coast of United Kingdom, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a River, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 4.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Ipswich located?
Ipswich is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Ipswich?
The UN/LOCODE for Ipswich is GB IPS.
What is the channel depth at Ipswich?
The channel depth at Ipswich is 4.9 m.
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