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Port of Edinburgh

GBEDI🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Edinburgh

This dock facility operates on the Firth of Forth. It is managed by Forth Ports and serves as a harbor.

Background
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and one of its 32 council areas. It is located in southeast Scotland and is bounded to the north by the Firth of Forth and to the south by the Pentland Hills. Edinburgh had a population of

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C

History

Established
0601
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Forth Ports

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBEDI
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-EDH
Latitude
55.9500°
Longitude
-3.2000°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31940 →
GeoNames ID
11549516 →
Wikidata
Q23436 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.edinburgh.gov.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Edinburgh?+
The approach to Edinburgh is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Granton Middle Pier Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Granton East Breakwater (2.4 NM NNW), Leith West Breakwater (2.4 NM NNE), Leith East Breakwater (2.6 NM NNE), Burntisland and Aberdour Area Lighthouses (5.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Edinburgh?+
The Port of Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?+
You can track vessels near Edinburgh (GBEDI) 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 GBEDI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Edinburgh?+
The Port of Edinburgh 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.