Port of Banff

GBBFF🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Banff

Banff is a small, protected harbor on the Moray Firth coast of Scotland. It serves local fishing fleets and handles small cargo vessels. The port has a drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32250 →
Seamark Type
light_minor

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-ABD
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
57.6700°
Longitude
-2.5225°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Banff is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Findocthy Lighthouse at 12.4 NM to the W. Other aids include Nairn East Pier (43.3 NM W), Wick North Pier (49.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Banff on?

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The Port of Banff 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 Banff?

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You can track vessels near Banff (GBBFF) 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 Banff?

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The Port of Banff is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBBFF — 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 GBBFF 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 Banff?

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The Port of Banff 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.