Port of Rhu

GBRHU🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Rhu

Also known as: Faslane Port

Located on the Gare Loch in Scotland, Rhu is a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance. It is equipped with a large drydock.

Background
Rhu is a village and historic parish on the east shore of the Gare Loch in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
109m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Large
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33390 →
GeoNames ID
2649632 →
Wikidata
Q219427 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Body of Water
Gare Loch
Latitude
56.0115°
Longitude
-4.7743°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Rhu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dumbuck Lighthouse at 9.2 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Ayr North Breakwater (32.8 NM S), Falkirk Lighthouses (36.3 NM E), Edinburgh City Lighthouses (45.7 NM E), Upper Firth of Forth (North Queensferry Area) Lighthouses (46.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Rhu on?

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The Port of Rhu is situated on the North Sea 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 Rhu?

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You can track vessels near Rhu (GBRHU) 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 Rhu?

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The Port of Rhu is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBRHU — 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 GBRHU 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 Rhu?

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The Port of Rhu 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.