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Port of Milford Haven

GBMLF🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Milford Haven

This natural harbor on the Milford Haven Waterway in southwest Wales handles LNG imports. It is operated by Dragon LNG Ltd and accommodates large vessels. The port is a busy shipping channel with facilities for tugs and a drydock.

Background
Milford Haven Waterway is a natural harbour in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a ria or drowned valley which was flooded at the end of the last ice age. The Daugleddau estuary winds west to the sea. As one of the deepest natural harbours in the world, it is a busy shipping channel, trafficked by ferries from Pembroke Dock to Ireland, oil tankers and pleasure craft. Admiral Horatio Nelson, visiting the haven with the Hamiltons, described it as the next best natural harbour to Trincomalee in Ceylon and "the finest port in Christendom". Much of the coastline of the Waterway is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, listed as Milford Haven Waterway SSSI.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
A

History

Established
2009
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Dragon LNG Ltd

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBMLF
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-PEM
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Bristol Channel
Body of Water
Milford Haven Waterway
Latitude
51.7004°
Longitude
-5.0031°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34880 →
GeoNames ID
11103289 →
Wikidata
Q166885 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Seamark Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Milford Haven?+
The approach to Milford Haven is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Middle Channel Rock Lighthouse at 6.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno (43.5 NM E), Torridge District: Mainland Lighthouses (44.5 NM SSE), Instow Range Front (49.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Milford Haven?+
The Port of Milford Haven 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 Milford Haven?+
You can track vessels near Milford Haven (GBMLF) 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 GBMLF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Milford Haven?+
The Port of Milford Haven 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.