Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Port of QUEENSFERRY

GBQFR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of QUEENSFERRY

Queensferry is a pier facility located on the Firth of Forth in Scotland. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and compulsory pilotage.

Current Conditions

Loading current conditions…

Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
19ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31972 →
GeoNames ID
12088943 →
Wikidata
Q7230593 →
Official Site
www.edinburghleisure.co.uk →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBQFR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
55.9919°
Longitude
-3.3981°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Track ships at the Port of QUEENSFERRY in real time

Live AIS positions, arrivals, and departures at GBQFR — straight from your phone.

Live AIS positionsArrival alertsVoyage history
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of QUEENSFERRY?+
The approach to QUEENSFERRY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hawes Pier Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the E. Other aids include South Queensferry (0.4 NM E), Edinburgh City Lighthouses (0.6 NM NW), Upper Firth of Forth (North Queensferry Area) Lighthouses (1 NM N), Hawkcraig Point Range Front (5.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of QUEENSFERRY?+
The Port of QUEENSFERRY 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 QUEENSFERRY?+
You can track vessels near QUEENSFERRY (GBQFR) 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 GBQFR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of QUEENSFERRY?+
The Port of QUEENSFERRY 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.