Port of Stornoway

GBSTO🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Stornoway

Stornoway is a natural harbor on the Isle of Lewis, serving as a key port for the Outer Hebrides. It facilitates ferry services and handles general cargo, supporting regional trade and connectivity.

Background
Stornoway is the main town, and by far the largest, of the Outer Hebrides, and the capital of Lewis and Harris in Scotland.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33020 →
GeoNames ID
2636788 →
Wikidata
Q165845 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-ELS
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
58.2069°
Longitude
-6.3842°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Stornoway is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sgeir Ghlas Lighthouse at 23.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Leverburgh (33.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Stornoway on?

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The Port of Stornoway is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean 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 Stornoway?

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You can track vessels near Stornoway (GBSTO) 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 Stornoway?

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The Port of Stornoway is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBSTO — 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 GBSTO 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 Stornoway?

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The Port of Stornoway 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.