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Port of Hound Point

GBHPT🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Hound Point

Hound Point is a major oil export terminal located on the Firth of Forth in Scotland. Opened in 1975, it handles North Sea oil and is the largest facility of its kind in Scotland. The terminal accommodates tankers and is equipped with tugs.

Background
Hound Point is a marine terminal off a rocky headland of that name on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, Scotland, just east of the Forth Bridge at South Queensferry. Opened in 1975, it is owned and operated by Ineos as an oil-export terminal for North Sea oil and is the largest such facility in Scotland.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
19ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31972 →
GeoNames ID
12088943 →
Wikidata
Q12060559 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.edinburghleisure.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBHPT
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-FIF
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
56.0065°
Longitude
-3.3587°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hound Point?+
The approach to Hound Point is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hawes Pier Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Upper Firth of Forth (North Queensferry Area) Lighthouses (1.2 NM W), South Queensferry (1.3 NM SW), Edinburgh City Lighthouses (1.9 NM WSW), Hawkcraig Point Range Front (3.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hound Point on?+
The Port of Hound Point 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 Hound Point?+
You can track vessels near Hound Point (GBHPT) 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 GBHPT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hound Point?+
The Port of Hound Point 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.