United Kingdom

Port of Liverpool (GB LIV)

UN/LOCODE
GB LIV
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
6.4 m
Nearest city
Liverpool
Body of water
Irish Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
United Kingdom
Port of Liverpool, United Kingdom © Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
GB-LIV
Coordinates
53.4167, -3.0000 (53°25′N 3°00′W)
Harbor
Harbor type
River, tide gates
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
6 m
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
12.5 m
Oil terminal depth
12.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating 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 Provisions
Ratings
#147
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #147
157.45
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 157.45

Liverpool is a seaport on the coast of United Kingdom, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, 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 Liverpool located?
Liverpool is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Liverpool?
The UN/LOCODE for Liverpool is GB LIV.
What is the channel depth at Liverpool?
The channel depth at Liverpool is 6.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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