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Port of Southampton

BMSOU🇧🇲Bermuda

Port Location

About Port of Southampton

This is an anchorage in Bermuda, established in 1795 and operated by the Royal Navy. It serves as a maritime facility within the island's waters.

Background
The Port of Southampton is a passenger and cargo port in the central part of the south coast of England. The modern era in the history of the Port of Southampton began when the first dock was inaugurated in 1843. After the Port of Felixstowe, Southampton is the second largest container terminal in the United Kingdom, with a handled traffic of 1.5 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). It also handles cruise ships, roll-on roll-off, dry bulk, and liquid bulk.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

History

Established
1795
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Royal Navy

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BMSOU
Country
🇧🇲Bermuda
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Latitude
32.2500°
Longitude
-64.8500°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
9950 →
GeoNames ID
3740529 →
Wikidata
Q7231265 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.southamptonvts.co.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Southampton?+
The approach to Southampton is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gibbs Hill Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Hogfish Beacon (3.9 NM NNE), Chub Heads (6.9 NM WNW), Eastern Blue Cut (8.9 NM N), Town Cut Channel Inner (12.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Southampton on?+
The Port of Southampton is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in BM. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Southampton?+
You can track vessels near Southampton (BMSOU) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for BMSOU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Southampton?+
The Port of Southampton operates in the UTC-4 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.