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Port of Mossmoran

GBMMR🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Mossmoran

Also known as: Braefoot Bay Terminal, Braefoot Terminal

Mossmoran is a liquified natural gas terminal situated on the Firth of Forth in Fife, Scotland. It handles LNG imports and exports, with specialized facilities for large gas carriers.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31945 →
GeoNames ID
2654968 →
Wikidata
Q24654317 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBMMR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-FIF
Body of Water
Firth of Forth
Latitude
56.0833°
Longitude
-3.3167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Mossmoran is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hawkcraig Point Range Rear Lighthouse at 2.2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Hawkcraig Point Range Front (2.3 NM SSE), Upper Firth of Forth (North Queensferry Area) Lighthouses (5.2 NM SSW), Hawes Pier (5.9 NM SSW), South Queensferry (6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Mossmoran on?

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The Port of Mossmoran 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 Mossmoran?

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You can track vessels near Mossmoran (GBMMR) 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 GBMMR on the live map.

Where is the Port of Mossmoran?

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The Port of Mossmoran is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBMMR — 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 GBMMR 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 Mossmoran?

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The Port of Mossmoran 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.