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Port Stanley

FKPSY🇫🇰Falkland Islands

Port Location

About Port Stanley

Also known as: Beau Port, Jackson Harbour, Puerto Stanley, Stanley Harbour

Port Stanley serves as the chief port of the Falkland Islands. It handles fishing, general cargo, passenger, and tanker vessels. The harbor is located on East Falkland.

Background
Stanley is the capital city of the Falkland Islands. It is located on the island of East Falkland, on a north-facing slope in one of the wettest parts of the islands. At the 2021 census, the city had a population of 2,974, accounting for 81% of the entire population of the Falkland Islands, which was 3,662 on Census Day – 10 October 2021.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
14000 →
GeoNames ID
3426690 →
Wikidata
Q12245 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.falklandislands.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FKPSY
Country
🇫🇰Falkland Islands
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-51.6875°
Longitude
-57.8600°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Stanley?+
The approach to Port Stanley is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cape Pembroke Lighthouse at 5.2 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Stanley on?+
The Port Stanley is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in FK. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port Stanley?+
You can track vessels near Port Stanley (FKPSY) 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 FKPSY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Stanley?+
The Port Stanley operates in the UTC-3 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.
What is the Port Stanley?+
STANLEY (UN/Locode: FKPSY), Falkland Islands (the) [Malvinas] is a seaport located at approximately -51.68750° N, -57.86000° E.
Where is the Port Stanley located?+
Coordinates: -51.68750° N, -57.86000° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port Stanley?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port Stanley?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port Stanley?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft and Tanker.