United Kingdom

Port of London (GB LON)

UN/LOCODE
GB LON
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
London
Body of water
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
United Kingdom
Port of London, United Kingdom © Chris Heaton · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
Region
GB-LND
Coordinates
51.5000, -0.0833 (51°30′N 0°05′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River basin
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
6 m
Anchorage depth
14 m
Cargo pier depth
3.4 m
Oil terminal depth
9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
#132
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #132

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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