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Port of IRLAM

GBIRL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of IRLAM

This port is located on the Manchester Ship Canal in Greater Manchester, England. It functions as a canal port, facilitating the movement of goods along the waterway.

Background
Irlam is a suburb in the City of Salford, Greater Manchester, England. In 2011, it had a population of 19,933. It lies on flat ground on the south side of the M62 motorway and the north bank of the Manchester Ship Canal, 6.7 miles (10.8 km) southwest of Salford, 7.6 miles (12.2 km) southwest of Manchester and 8.3 miles (13.4 km) northeast of Warrington. Irlam forms a continuous urban area with Cadishead to the southwest, and is divided from Flixton and the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford to the southeast by the Manchester Ship Canal. The main road through Irlam, linking it to Cadishead and Eccles, is the A57. Irlam railway station also serves the district.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
19m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2654734 →
Wikidata
Q2249195 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portsalford.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBIRL
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
53.4342°
Longitude
-2.4159°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of IRLAM?+
The approach to IRLAM is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 21.4 NM to the W. Other aids include Formby (24.1 NM WNW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (27.4 NM NW), Blackpool Tower (32.3 NM NW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (36.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of IRLAM?+
The Port of IRLAM 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 IRLAM?+
You can track vessels near IRLAM (GBIRL) 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 GBIRL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of IRLAM?+
The Port of IRLAM 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.