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Port of Liverpool

GBLIV🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Liverpool

Also known as: Canal Leeds-Liverpool, Kanal Leeds dan Liverpool, Kanal Leeds-Liverpool, Kanał Leeds-Liverpool, Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Leeds and Liverpool-kanalen

This enclosed dock system on the River Mersey handles a variety of cargo. It features a 7.5-mile stretch of docks from Brunswick Dock to Seaforth Dock on the east bank, and Birkenhead Docks on the west.

Background
The Port of Liverpool is the enclosed 7.5-mile (12.1 km) dock system that runs from Brunswick Dock in Liverpool to Seaforth Dock, Seaforth, on the east side of the River Mersey and the Birkenhead Docks between Birkenhead and Wallasey on the west side of the river.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
58m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34690 →
GeoNames ID
2644687 →
Wikidata
Q3398514 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-LIV
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
53.4224°
Longitude
-3.0084°

Terminals (2)

LIVERPOOL2 CONTAINER TERMINAL

PEEL PORTS GROUP

Waterloo, Seaforth, Liverpool L21 1LA, United Kingdom

www.peelports.com →

ROYAL SEAFORTH CONTAINER TERMINAL (RSCT)

MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR COMPANY LTD.

Royal Seaforth Container Terminal, Liverpool L21 1JD, United Kingdom

www.peelports.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Liverpool?+
The approach to Liverpool is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the S. Other aids include Formby (7.3 NM NNW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (18.9 NM N), Blackpool Tower (23.7 NM N), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (34 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Liverpool?+
The Port of Liverpool 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 Liverpool?+
You can track vessels near Liverpool (GBLIV) 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 GBLIV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Liverpool?+
The Port of Liverpool 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.