Port of Avoch

GBAVC🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Avoch

This small harbor on the south-east coast of the Black Isle handles local fishing vessels. It is situated on the Moray Firth.

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Avoch is a harbour-village located on the south-east coast of the Black Isle, on the Moray Firth.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32330 →
Wikidata
Q1011342 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
portofinverness.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBAVC
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
57.5672°
Longitude
-4.1672°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Avoch is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nairn East Pier Lighthouse at 10 NM to the E. Other aids include Findocthy (41.3 NM ENE), Gairlochy (47.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Avoch on?

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The Port of Avoch is situated on the North Sea 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 Avoch?

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You can track vessels near Avoch (GBAVC) 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 Avoch?

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The Port of Avoch is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBAVC — 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 GBAVC 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 Avoch?

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The Port of Avoch 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.