Port of Cove (Leith)

GBCVI🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Cove (Leith)

This port, located on the Firth of Forth in Edinburgh, Scotland, serves as a significant hub for general cargo and bulk commodities. It accommodates a range of vessel types and features drydock facilities.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31930 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-EDH
Latitude
55.9333°
Longitude
-2.3500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cove (Leith)?

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The approach to Cove (Leith) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is East Vows Lighthouse at 22 NM to the NW. Other aids include Lindisfarne (Emmanuel Head, Holy Island) (24.3 NM SE), Old Law (Guile Point) West (25 NM SE), Kirkcaldy Area Lighthouses (26.5 NM NW), Burntisland and Aberdour Area Lighthouses (27.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Cove (Leith)?

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The Port of Cove (Leith) is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Cove (Leith)?

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You can track vessels near Cove (Leith) (GBCVI) 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 Cove (Leith)?

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The Port of Cove (Leith) is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBCVI — 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 GBCVI 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 Cove (Leith)?

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The Port of Cove (Leith) 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.