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Port of Guernsey

GGGCI🇬🇬Guernsey

Port Location

About Port of Guernsey

Also known as: White Rock

Guernsey is a pier port located in the English Channel. It serves as a vital hub for passenger and freight traffic to and from the island. The port handles general cargo and is equipped to accommodate various vessel types.

Background
Guernsey is the second-largest island in the Channel Islands, located 27 miles (43 km) west of the Cotentin Peninsula, Normandy. It is the largest island in the Bailiwick of Guernsey, which includes five other inhabited islands – Alderney, Herm, Jethou, Lihou and Sark – and many small islets and rocks. The bailiwick has a population of 63,950, the vast majority of whom live on Guernsey, and the island has a land area of 24 square miles (62 km2).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
8ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
36000 →
GeoNames ID
6420380 →
Wikidata
Q3311985 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GGGCI
Country
🇬🇬Guernsey
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Latitude
49.4560°
Longitude
-2.5260°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Guernsey?+
The approach to Guernsey is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse at 26.5 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Diélette Feu Postérieur (26.6 NM ENE), Barnouic (28.2 NM SSW), Omonville-la-Rogue (30.7 NM ENE), Fort de l'Ouest (36.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Guernsey?+
The Port of Guernsey 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 Guernsey?+
You can track vessels near Guernsey (GGGCI) 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 GGGCI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Guernsey?+
The Port of Guernsey 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.