Port of New Ross

The controlling depth at New Ross is 6 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.

The approach to New Ross is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tuskar Rock Shore Station Lighthouse at 16.2 NM to the S. Other aids include Brownstown Head Beacons (17 NM SSW), Metal Man Beacons (17.5 NM SSW), Lightship Albatross (37.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of New Ross 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.

You can track vessels near New Ross (IENRS) 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 IENRS on the live map.

The Port of New Ross 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.

NEW ROSS (UN/Locode: IENRS), Ireland is a seaport located at approximately 52.39417° N, -6.94883° E.

Coordinates: 52.39417° N, -6.94883° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WATERFORD — UN/Locode: IEWAT — 52.26601° N, -7.03142° EDUNMORE EAST — UN/Locode: IEDNM — 52.14817° N, -6.99090° EROSSLARE — UN/Locode: IEROE — 52.25507° N, -6.33772° E

Harbor type/size: River Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 4.9m - 6.1m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 6 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: not available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Passenger.