Port of Montrose

GBMON🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Montrose

Montrose is a harbor on the northeast coast of Scotland. It serves as a base for offshore oil and gas operations. The port handles supply vessels and is equipped with tugs.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
15m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32200 →
GeoNames ID
2642300 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ANS
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
56.7040°
Longitude
-2.4665°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Montrose is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Newport-on-Tay Lighthouse at 20.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include St. Andrews Lighthouses (24.3 NM SSW), East Vows (33.7 NM SSW), Kirkcaldy Area Lighthouses (36.3 NM SSW), Burntisland and Aberdour Area Lighthouses (46 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Montrose on?

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The Port of Montrose 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 Montrose?

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You can track vessels near Montrose (GBMON) 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 Montrose?

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The Port of Montrose is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBMON — 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 GBMON 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 Montrose?

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The Port of Montrose 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.