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Port of Greencastle

GBGNC🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Greencastle

Greencastle Port is a sheltered harbor in County Down, Northern Ireland. It serves as a fishing port and handles general cargo. The port is equipped with a drydock and is accessible to various vessel types.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
1ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-DOW
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
54.0406°
Longitude
-6.1019°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Greencastle is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cranfield Point (Haulbowline shore station) Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Killyleagh (26.5 NM NE), Pladdy Lug (31.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Greencastle on?

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The Port of Greencastle is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Greencastle?

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You can track vessels near Greencastle (GBGNC) 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 GBGNC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Greencastle?

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The Port of Greencastle is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBGNC — 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 GBGNC 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 Greencastle?

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The Port of Greencastle 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.