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Port of Dagenham

GBDAG🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Dagenham

Also known as: Albert Dock

Located on the River Thames in East London, Dagenham is a dockyard port. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with facilities for various vessel types.

Background
Dagenham is a town in East London, England, within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Dagenham is centred 11+1⁄2 miles east of Charing Cross.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9613569 →
Wikidata
Q1075299 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBDAG
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
GB-BDG
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
River Thames
Latitude
51.5149°
Longitude
0.1443°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Dagenham?+
The approach to Dagenham is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Greater London Lighthouses Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the SE. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 93 (4.4 NM W), Trinity House Lightship 95 Inner Dowsing (5.1 NM W), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (6.8 NM ESE), Thurrock Yacht Club (7.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Dagenham?+
The Port of Dagenham 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 Dagenham?+
You can track vessels near Dagenham (GBDAG) 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 GBDAG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dagenham?+
The Port of Dagenham 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.