Port of Stromness

GBSNS🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Stromness

Stromness is a harbor on the western side of Mainland, Orkney, Scotland. It serves as a vital ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Stromness is the second-most populous town in Orkney, Scotland. It is in the southwestern part of Mainland, Orkney. It is a burgh with a parish around the outside with the town of Stromness as its capital.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
None
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32450 →
GeoNames ID
2636635 →
Wikidata
Q839556 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBSNS
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ORK
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
58.9630°
Longitude
-3.2945°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Stromness is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Wick North Pier Lighthouse at 32.2 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Stromness on?

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The Port of Stromness 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 Stromness?

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You can track vessels near Stromness (GBSNS) 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 Stromness?

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The Port of Stromness is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBSNS — 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 GBSNS 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 Stromness?

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The Port of Stromness 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.