Port of Ipswich
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About Port of Ipswich
The Port of Ipswich is a historic port in Suffolk, England, with origins dating back to the 7th century. Operated by Associated British Ports, it serves as a key hub for trade and commerce.
Background
The Port of Ipswich can be dated to c.625. The name Ipswich was originally Gippeswyc, referring to the River Gyppes with a suffix derived from the Scandinavian term vik, which had evolved from meaning bay or inlet to mean landing-place, following the proliferation of merchants requiring places to unload their goods and conduct trade. Since 1997 the port has been run by Associated British Ports.Identification
- UN/LOCODE
- AUIPS
- Country
- 🇦🇺Australia
- Time Zone
- UTC+11
Region
- Subdivision
- AU-QLD
References & Identifiers
- Wikidata
- Q85413242 →
- Wikipedia
- Read on Wikipedia →
- Official Site
- www.abports.co.uk →
Classification
- Type
- Port
History
- Operator (Wikidata ID)
- Associated British Ports
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