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Port of Arklow

IEARK🇮🇪Ireland

Port Location

About Port of Arklow

Arklow is a seaport on Ireland's southeast coast. Historically, it has handled general cargo and gas carriers. The port has a maximum draft of approximately 4.02 meters.

Background
Arklow is a town in County Wicklow on the southeast coast of Ireland. The town is overlooked by Ballymoyle Hill. It was founded by the Vikings in the ninth century. Arklow was the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the 1798 rebellion. Its proximity to Dublin led to it becoming a commuter town with a population of 13,163 as of the 2016 census. The 2022 census recorded a population of 13,399. The town is in a townland and civil parish of the same name.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
4.02m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q673662 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.arklow.ie →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IEARK
Country
🇮🇪Ireland
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
52.7947°
Longitude
-6.1460°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Arklow?+
The controlling depth at Arklow is 4.02 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Arklow?+
The approach to Arklow is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lightship Albatross Lighthouse at 0 NM to the N. Other aids include Tuskar Rock Shore Station (49.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Arklow on?+
The Port of Arklow is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in IE. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Arklow?+
You can track vessels near Arklow (IEARK) 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 IEARK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Arklow?+
The Port of Arklow 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.
What is the Port of Arklow?+
ARKLOW (UN/Locode: IEARK), Ireland is a seaport located at approximately 52.79469° N, -6.14604° E.
Where is the Port of Arklow located?+
Coordinates: 52.79469° N, -6.14604° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WICKLOW — UN/Locode: IEWIC — 52.98186° N, -6.03654° EDUN LAOGHAIRE — UN/Locode: IEDLG — 53.29851° N, -6.13539° EDUBLIN — UN/Locode: IEDUB — 53.34550° N, -6.20694° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Arklow?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 4.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Arklow?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Arklow?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Arklow?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier and General Cargo.