Port of Achnacroish

GBAHN🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Achnacroish

This port on the Isle of Lismore serves as a vital ferry link between Lismore and Oban. It handles passenger and vehicle traffic, facilitating essential transport for the local community and visitors.

Background
Achnacroish is a hamlet on the Scottish island of Lismore. The harbour serves the ferry between Lismore and Oban.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
N

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33210 →
GeoNames ID
12547738 →
Wikidata
Q3776673 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBAHN
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
56.5111°
Longitude
-5.4909°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Achnacroish?

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The approach to Achnacroish is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gairlochy Lighthouse at 29.5 NM to the NE. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (31.8 NM NNW), Scarinish (43.6 NM W), Eileanan Dubha (46.7 NM N), Dumbuck (47.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Achnacroish on?

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The Port of Achnacroish is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Achnacroish?

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You can track vessels near Achnacroish (GBAHN) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Achnacroish?

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The Port of Achnacroish is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBAHN — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBAHN mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Achnacroish?

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The Port of Achnacroish operates in the UTC+0 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.