Port of Oban

GBOBA🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Oban

Oban is a sheltered harbor on the Firth of Lorn, Scotland. It serves as a key ferry terminal and marina. The port handles passenger and vehicle ferries, as well as leisure craft.

Background
Oban is a resort town within the Argyll and Bute council area of Scotland. Despite its small size, it is the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William. During the tourist season, the town can have a temporary population of up to over 24,000 people. Oban occupies a setting in the Firth of Lorn. The bay forms a near perfect horseshoe, protected by the island of Kerrera; and beyond Kerrera, the Isle of Mull. To the north are the long low island of Lismore and the mountains of Morvern and Ardgour.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
13m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33250 →
GeoNames ID
11128462 →
Wikidata
Q935702 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBOBA
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
56.4138°
Longitude
-5.4779°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Oban is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gairlochy Lighthouse at 34.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (37.4 NM NNW), Dumbuck (42.7 NM SE), Scarinish (44.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Oban on?

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The Port of Oban 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 Oban?

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You can track vessels near Oban (GBOBA) 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 Oban?

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The Port of Oban is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBOBA — 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 GBOBA 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 Oban?

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The Port of Oban 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.