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Port of West Wemyss

GBWWE🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of West Wemyss

This harbor on the north shore of the Firth of Forth serves as a small port. It is equipped with tugs and handles general cargo.

Background
West Wemyss is a village lying on the north shore of the Firth of Forth, in Fife, Scotland. According to the 2007 population estimate, the village has a population of 237. The village was granted burgh of barony status in 1525, bearing the name from the Wemyss family who lived in Wemyss Castle.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
14m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32070 →
GeoNames ID
2645296 →
Wikidata
Q282073 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-FIF
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
56.1403°
Longitude
-3.0856°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of West Wemyss?

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The approach to West Wemyss is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kirkcaldy Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the NE. Other aids include Burntisland and Aberdour Area Lighthouses (6.6 NM SSW), Hawkcraig Point Range Front (8.6 NM SW), Hawkcraig Point Range Rear (8.6 NM SW), East Vows (8.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of West Wemyss on?

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The Port of West Wemyss 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 West Wemyss?

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You can track vessels near West Wemyss (GBWWE) 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 GBWWE on the live map.

Where is the Port of West Wemyss?

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The Port of West Wemyss is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBWWE — 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 GBWWE 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 West Wemyss?

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The Port of West Wemyss 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.