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Port of Tilbury

GBTIL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Tilbury

Also known as: London Container Terminal

Located on the River Thames in Essex, England, the Port of Tilbury serves as London's principal port. It is a key UK hub for paper imports and handles significant volumes of containerized cargo, grain, and other bulk commodities. The port also accommodates car imports and is part of the wider Port of London.

Background
The Port of Tilbury is a port located on the River Thames at Tilbury in Essex, England. It serves as the principal port for London, as well as being the main United Kingdom port for handling the importation of paper. There are extensive facilities for shipping containers, grain, and other bulk cargoes. There are also facilities for the importation of cars. It forms part of the wider Port of London.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31430 →
GeoNames ID
12196031 →
Wikidata
Q1419586 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.forthports.co.uk →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ESS
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
River Thames
Latitude
51.4610°
Longitude
0.3456°

Terminals

LONDON CONTAINER TERMINAL

LONDON CONTAINER TERMINAL LTD.

41 Northfleet Hope House Site, Tilbury RM18 7HX, United Kingdom

www.londoncontainerterminal.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tilbury?+
The approach to Tilbury is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gravesham Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 38 Gull (1 NM NW), Thurrock Yacht Club (1.1 NM NW), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (1.4 NM WNW), Trinity House Lightship 21 Seven Stones (3.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tilbury?+
The Port of Tilbury 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 Tilbury?+
You can track vessels near Tilbury (GBTIL) 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 GBTIL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tilbury?+
The Port of Tilbury 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.