Port of Glensanda (GBGSA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Glensanda (UN/LOCODE GBGSA) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in United Kingdom, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 56.5667° N, 5.5333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 20.1 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 11 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Scotland West Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Glensanda
Where is Port of Glensanda located?
Port of Glensanda is a seaport located in United Kingdom, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 56.5667° N, 5.5333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Glensanda?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Glensanda is GBGSA — country code GB, location code GSA.
How deep is Port of Glensanda?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Glensanda has a channel depth of about 20.1 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Glensanda require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Glensanda.
What type of harbor is Port of Glensanda?
Port of Glensanda is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Glensanda have?
Port of Glensanda is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Glensanda are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #33210), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →