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Port of Teesport

GBTEE🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Teesport

Also known as: Teesport

Teesport is a major UK port on the River Tees estuary, handling bulk liquids, dry bulk, and containers. It serves a variety of vessel types including tankers, bulk carriers, and container ships. The port features extensive storage and handling facilities.

Background
Teesport is a large sea port located in the unitary authority of Redcar and Cleveland, in the ceremonial county of North Yorkshire, Northern England.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31720 →
GeoNames ID
3236092 →
Wikidata
Q7694565 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pdports.co.uk →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBTEE
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-RCC
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
54.6097°
Longitude
-1.1716°

Terminals

TEESPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

PD PORTS TEESPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

Tees Dock Rd, Middlesbrough, TS6 6UD, United Kingdom

www.pdports.co.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Teesport?+
The approach to Teesport is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is River Tees Range Front Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the N. Other aids include River Tees Range Rear (3.7 NM E), South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses (25.5 NM NNW), Tyne Swing Bridge (26.2 NM NW), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (29.3 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 Teesport?+
The Port of Teesport 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 Teesport?+
You can track vessels near Teesport (GBTEE) 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 GBTEE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Teesport?+
The Port of Teesport 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.