Port of Collafirth

GBCAF🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Collafirth

Collafirth is a sheltered harbor in the Shetland Islands, United Kingdom. It serves as a port for fishing vessels and handles general cargo. Pilotage and tug services are compulsory.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
24m
Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32630 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ZET
Latitude
60.5405°
Longitude
-1.3490°

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Type
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Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Collafirth?

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The controlling depth at Collafirth is 24 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

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

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The approach to Collafirth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Uyea Sound Lighthouse at 10.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Balta Sound (20.3 NM NE), Whitehill (23.3 NM NE), Fugla Ness (26.1 NM S), Rova Head (26.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Collafirth on?

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The Port of Collafirth 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 Collafirth?

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You can track vessels near Collafirth (GBCAF) 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 Collafirth?

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The Port of Collafirth is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBCAF — 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 GBCAF 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 Collafirth?

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The Port of Collafirth 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.