Port of Foynes (IEFOV): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Foynes (UN/LOCODE IEFOV) is a large river (natural) harbor located in Ireland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 52.6167° N, 9.1167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 23.2 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Ireland
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Foynes
Where is Port of Foynes located?
Port of Foynes is a seaport located in Ireland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 52.6167° N, 9.1167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Foynes?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Foynes is IEFOV — country code IE, location code FOV.
How deep is Port of Foynes?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Foynes has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 23.2 m.
Does Port of Foynes require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Foynes.
What type of harbor is Port of Foynes?
Port of Foynes is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Foynes have?
Port of Foynes is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Foynes are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #34130), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →