Port of Islay

GBISY🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Islay

Islay is a small port located on the island of Islay in Scotland's Inner Hebrides. It serves as a vital link for local communities and industries, primarily handling ferry services and general cargo. The port accommodates smaller vessels and is essential for the island's connectivity.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Type
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Identification

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

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Latitude
55.8000°
Longitude
-6.2500°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Islay is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Scarinish Lighthouse at 46 NM to the NNW with a nominal range of 12 NM. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Islay on?

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The Port of Islay is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean 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 Islay?

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You can track vessels near Islay (GBISY) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Islay?

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The Port of Islay is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBISY — 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 GBISY 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 Islay?

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The Port of Islay 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.