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Port of Scunthorpe

GBSCP🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe is an industrial port located in North Lincolnshire, England. It serves as a key handling point for bulk cargo, primarily supporting the region's steel industry.

Background
Scunthorpe is an industrial town in Lincolnshire, England, and the county's third most populous settlement after Lincoln and Grimsby, with a population of 81,286 in 2021. It is the administrative centre and largest settlement of the North Lincolnshire district. Scunthorpe lies north of Lincoln and is between Grimsby to the east and Doncaster to the west, while Hull is to the north-east via the Humber Bridge.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Region

Subdivision
GB-NLN
Latitude
53.5833°
Longitude
-0.6500°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11549390 →
Wikidata
Q913386 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.thisisscunthorpe.co.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Scunthorpe?+
The approach to Scunthorpe is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haile Sand Fort Lighthouse at 24.6 NM to the E. Other aids include Orfordness Low (26.9 NM SSE), Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten (37.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Scunthorpe?+
The Port of Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe?+
You can track vessels near Scunthorpe (GBSCP) 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 GBSCP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Scunthorpe?+
The Port of Scunthorpe 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.