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Port of Rochester

GBRCS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Rochester

Rochester is a dockyard port situated on the River Medway in Kent, United Kingdom. It is a tidal harbor with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance. The port features a large drydock and handles various cargo types.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
L
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31390 →
GeoNames ID
11821226 →
Wikidata
Q64617574 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBRCS
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-KEN
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.3905°
Longitude
0.5183°

Terminals

LONDON THAMESPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

HUTCHISON PORTS LONDON THAMESPORT

Grain Rd, Rochester ME3 0EP, United Kingdom

www.londonthamesport.co.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rochester?+
The approach to Rochester is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Irish Lightship Albatross (1.9 NM NE), Medway Council Area: River Medway Lightships (1.9 NM NE), Trinity House Lightship 21 Seven Stones (4.6 NM NW), Gravesham Borough Lighthouses (7.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Rochester?+
The Port of Rochester 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 Rochester?+
You can track vessels near Rochester (GBRCS) 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 GBRCS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rochester?+
The Port of Rochester 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.