Port Ellen

GBPLN🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port Ellen

Port Ellen is a small harbor on the island of Islay, Scotland. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is sheltered and suitable for small vessels.

Background
Port Ellen is a small town on the island of Islay, in Argyll, Scotland. The town is named after the wife of its founder, Walter Frederick Campbell. Its previous name, Leòdamas, is derived from Old Norse meaning "Leòd's Harbour".

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33280 →
Wikidata
Q1019330 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBPLN
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
55.6278°
Longitude
-6.1889°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Ellen?

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The approach to Port Ellen is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Carnlough North Pier Lighthouse at 41.3 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port Ellen on?

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The Port Ellen 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 Ellen?

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You can track vessels near Port Ellen (GBPLN) 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 Ellen?

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The Port Ellen is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBPLN — 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 GBPLN 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 Ellen?

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The Port Ellen 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.