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Port of Sunderland

GBSUN🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Sunderland

Sunderland is a harbor on the River Wear estuary, opening to the North Sea. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

Background
Sunderland is a port city and metropolitan borough in Tyne and Wear, England. It is a port at the mouth of the River Wear on the North Sea, approximately 10 miles (16 km) south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. It is the most populous settlement in the Wearside conurbation and the second-most populous settlement in North East England, after Newcastle.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31760 →
GeoNames ID
2636528 →
Wikidata
Q188304 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portoftyne.co.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-SND
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
River Tyne
Latitude
54.9113°
Longitude
-1.3814°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sunderland?+
The approach to Sunderland is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses Lighthouse at 6 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Tyne Swing Bridge (8.4 NM WNW), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (9.8 NM NNW), Trinity House Lightship 50 H.Y. Tyne III (13.1 NM NNW), Blyth Snook Range Front (13.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sunderland?+
The Port of Sunderland 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 Sunderland?+
You can track vessels near Sunderland (GBSUN) 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 GBSUN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sunderland?+
The Port of Sunderland 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.