Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Port of SOUTHAMPTON

USSJL🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of SOUTHAMPTON

This port is located in Southampton, USA. It functions as a harbor.

Background
The Port of Southampton is a passenger and cargo port in the central part of the south coast of England. The modern era in the history of the Port of Southampton began when the first dock was inaugurated in 1843. After the Port of Felixstowe, Southampton is the second largest container terminal in the United Kingdom, with a handled traffic of 1.5 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). It also handles cruise ships, roll-on roll-off, dry bulk, and liquid bulk.

Current Conditions

Loading current conditions…

Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8491672 →
Wikidata
Q7231265 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.southamptonvts.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USSJL
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
40.8799°
Longitude
-72.4413°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Track ships at the Port of SOUTHAMPTON in real time

Live AIS positions, arrivals, and departures at USSJL — straight from your phone.

Live AIS positionsArrival alertsVoyage history
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of SOUTHAMPTON?+
The approach to SOUTHAMPTON is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Southampton Lighthouse Lighthouse at 2.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include Shinnecock (3.4 NM WSW), Horton Point (12.3 NM N), Southold (North Fork) Lighthouses (12.3 NM N), Cedar Island (12.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of SOUTHAMPTON?+
The Port of SOUTHAMPTON is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. 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 SOUTHAMPTON?+
You can track vessels near SOUTHAMPTON (USSJL) 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 USSJL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of SOUTHAMPTON?+
The Port of SOUTHAMPTON operates in the UTC-5 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.