Port of Ramsey

The controlling depth at Ramsey is 4.06 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 Ramsey is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isle of Whithorn Lighthouse at 22.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Crammag Head (31.5 NM NW), Hestan Island (36.5 NM NNE), Maryport (38.4 NM NE), Portpatrick Range Rear (40.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Ramsey 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.

You can track vessels near Ramsey (IMRAM) 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 IMRAM on the live map.

The Port of Ramsey 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.

RAMSEY (UN/Locode: IMRAM), Isle of Man is a seaport located at approximately 54.32250° N, -4.37850° E.

Coordinates: 54.32250° N, -4.37850° E. Nearby terminals/ports:RAMSEY — UN/Locode: GBRSY — 54.32000° N, -4.37000° EDOUGLAS — UN/Locode: IMDGS — 54.14600° N, -4.47150° EPEEL — UN/Locode: IMPEL — 54.22250° N, -4.69850° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 4.9m - 6.1m; cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m and maximum draft approx. 4.06 m.

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

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

Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Special Craft.