United Kingdom

Port of Plymouth (GB PLY)

United Kingdom
Port of Plymouth, United Kingdom © Tony Atkin · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GB PLY
Coordinates 50.3667, -4.1500 (50°22′N 4°09′W)
Nearest city Plymouth
Body of water English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 5 m
Channel depth 9.4 m
Anchorage depth 7.9 m
Cargo pier depth 7.9 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Large
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 Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Diesel fuel

Plymouth is a seaport on the coast of United Kingdom, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Plymouth located?
Plymouth is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Plymouth?
The UN/LOCODE for Plymouth is GB PLY.
What is the channel depth at Plymouth?
The channel depth at Plymouth is 9.4 m.
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