Port of Thurso

GBTHR🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Thurso

Thurso is an anchorage on the north coast of Scotland. It offers fair shelter and is suitable for small vessels.

Background
Thurso is a town and former burgh on the north coast of the Highland council area of Scotland. Situated in the historical County of Caithness, it is the northernmost town on the island of Great Britain. From a latitudinal standpoint, Thurso is located more than 500 miles (800 km) north of London and further north than the southernmost point of Norway.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
10m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32780 →
GeoNames ID
2638338 →
Wikidata
Q526576 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBTHR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Latitude
58.5833°
Longitude
-3.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Thurso is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Wick North Pier Lighthouse at 16.2 NM to the ESE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Thurso on?

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The Port of Thurso 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 Thurso?

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You can track vessels near Thurso (GBTHR) 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 Thurso?

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The Port of Thurso is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBTHR — 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 GBTHR 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 Thurso?

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The Port of Thurso 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.