United Kingdom

Port of Sunderland (GB SUN)

United Kingdom
Port of Sunderland, United Kingdom © Pascal · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GB SUN
Coordinates 54.9167, -1.3667 (54°55′N 1°22′W)
Region GB-SND
Nearest city Sunderland
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 4 m
Channel depth 6.4 m
Anchorage depth 12.5 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
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 Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Located in United Kingdom, the port of Sunderland serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Sunderland has a Medium harbor of the River, tide gates type. Ships approaching Sunderland work with a channel depth of 6.4 m.

Frequently asked questions

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