United Kingdom

Port of Leith (GB LEI)

United Kingdom
Also known as: Edinburg
Port of Leith, United Kingdom © M J Richardson · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GB LEI
Coordinates 55.9833, -3.1833 (55°59′N 3°11′W)
Region GB-EDH
Nearest city Leith
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River, tide gates
Shelter Good
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 6.4 m
Anchorage depth 7.9 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
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
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies

Leith is a seaport on the coast of United Kingdom, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a River, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 6.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Leith located?
Leith is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Leith?
The UN/LOCODE for Leith is GB LEI.
What is the channel depth at Leith?
The channel depth at Leith is 6.4 m.
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