United Kingdom

Port of Southampton (GB SOU)

UN/LOCODE
GB SOU
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
Southampton
Body of water
English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
United Kingdom
Port of Southampton, United Kingdom © Rod Allday · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
Region
GB-HAM
Coordinates
50.9000, -1.4000 (50°54′N 1°24′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River basin
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
5 m
Anchorage depth
21.6 m
Cargo pier depth
14 m
Oil terminal depth
12.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
#92
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #92
294.99
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 294.99

Located in United Kingdom, the port of Southampton serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Southampton has a Large harbor of the River basin type. Ships approaching Southampton work with a channel depth of 12.5 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Southampton located?
Southampton is a seaport in United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Southampton?
The UN/LOCODE for Southampton is GB SOU.
What is the channel depth at Southampton?
The channel depth at Southampton is 12.5 m.
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