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Port of Shell Haven

GBSHV🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Shell Haven

Shell Haven is a deep-water container port located on the north bank of the Thames Estuary in Essex, England. It handles containerized cargo and is equipped to accommodate large container vessels. The port occupies the site of a former oil refinery.

Background
Shell Haven was a port on the north bank of the Thames Estuary at the eastern end of Thurrock, Essex, England and then an oil refinery. The refinery closed in 1999 and the site was purchased by DP World who received planning consent in May 2007 for the new London Gateway deep water container port at the site. The neighbouring Coryton Refinery remained in operation until 2012.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBSHV
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Region

Subdivision
GB-ESS
Body of Water
Thames Estuary
Latitude
51.5052°
Longitude
0.4902°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Shell Haven?+
The approach to Shell Haven is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 21 Seven Stones Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Irish Lightship Albatross (6.2 NM SSE), Medway Council Area: River Medway Lightships (6.2 NM SSE), Trinity House Lightship 38 Gull (6.5 NM WSW), Thurrock Yacht Club (6.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Shell Haven?+
The Port of Shell Haven 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 Shell Haven?+
You can track vessels near Shell Haven (GBSHV) 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 GBSHV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Shell Haven?+
The Port of Shell Haven 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.