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Port of Swansea

GBSWA🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Swansea

Swansea Docks is a port located in Wales, UK. It handles general cargo and has facilities for pilotage and tug assistance. The port is situated southeast of Swansea city center.

Background
Swansea Docks is the collective name for several docks in Swansea, Wales, which are immediately south-east of Swansea city centre. In the mid-19th century, the port was exporting 60% of the world's copper from factories situated in the Tawe Valley. The working docks area today is owned and operated by Associated British Ports as the Port of Swansea, and the northern part around the Prince of Wales Dock is undergoing re-development into a new urban area branded as the SA1 Swansea Waterfront.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34950 →
GeoNames ID
11103260 →
Wikidata
Q7653725 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.abports.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBSWA
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-SWA
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Bristol Channel
Latitude
51.6141°
Longitude
-3.9213°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Swansea?+
The approach to Swansea is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the NE. Other aids include Western Somerset Lighthouses (34.1 NM SE), Instow Range Front (34.6 NM SSW), Hinkley Point (38 NM SE), Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear (41.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Swansea?+
The Port of Swansea 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 Swansea?+
You can track vessels near Swansea (GBSWA) 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 GBSWA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Swansea?+
The Port of Swansea 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.