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Port of Balmacara

GBBMC🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Balmacara

This small harbor on the north shore of Loch Alsh handles general cargo and is accessible to vessels of moderate size. It offers fair shelter and is located in the Highland region of Scotland.

Background
Balmacara is a scattered village on the north shore of Loch Alsh near Kyle of Lochalsh, Ross-shire, Highland and is in the Scottish council area of the Highland, Scotland.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
D

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32890 →
Wikidata
Q4852329 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Latitude
57.2833°
Longitude
-5.6167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Balmacara is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Eileanan Dubha Lighthouse at 2.9 NM to the W. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (17.8 NM SSW), Gairlochy (30.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Balmacara on?

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The Port of Balmacara 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 Balmacara?

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You can track vessels near Balmacara (GBBMC) 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 GBBMC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Balmacara?

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The Port of Balmacara is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBBMC — 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 GBBMC 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 Balmacara?

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The Port of Balmacara 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.