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Port of Redcar

GBRER🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Redcar

Also known as: Teesport

This deep-sea port on the Tees Estuary in North Yorkshire, UK, historically served as the primary import dock for iron ore for Redcar Steelworks. It now handles the transshipment of coal and coke.

Background
Redcar Bulk Terminal (RBT), also known as Redcar Ore Terminal, is a privately run dock at the mouth of the Tees Estuary in North Yorkshire, England. The port is used for the transhipment of coal and coke and for many years was the import dock for iron ore destined for Redcar Steelworks under British Steel Corporation, British Steel plc, Corus, Tata Steel Europe and Sahaviriya Steel Industries.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31720 →
GeoNames ID
3236092 →
Wikidata
Q55631344 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.redcarbulkterminal.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBRER
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-RCC
Latitude
54.6000°
Longitude
-1.0500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Redcar?+
The approach to Redcar is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the NNW. Other aids include River Tees Range Front (4.3 NM WNW), South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses (27.7 NM NNW), Tyne Swing Bridge (29.2 NM NW), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (31.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Redcar?+
The Port of Redcar 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 Redcar?+
You can track vessels near Redcar (GBRER) 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 GBRER on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Redcar?+
The Port of Redcar 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.