DISCLAIMER: Dredged depths are a guide only & are not guaranteed. Parameters may be increased or reduced dependent upon weather conditions, vessel type, allocated berth and ultimately at the discretion of the Harbour Master.
All visiting vessels should familiarise themselves with the following information and complete all applicable documentation provided below prior to arrival.
Port Control is situated in the Harbour Master’s Office and operates a 24 hour service on channels VHF 12 and 16. (Call Sign: Blyth Harbour Radio). For all enquires contact the Marine Department via telephone on 01670 357 020 or email at marine@portofblyth.co.uk.
Minimum width of channel | 82.3 m |
Depth of approach channel | 8.53 m LAT |
Depth from entrance to Alcan Berth | 7.62 m LAT |
Depth of South Harbour & remaining navigable channel | 6.70 m LAT |
Turning basin diameter | 270 m |
Maximum vessel length (depending upon other vessel parameters) | 200- 220 m |
Maximum vessel draft (depending upon terminal & tidal parameters) | 9-10 m LAT |
Maximum vessel beam (depending upon other vessel parameters) | 30-55 m |
Maximum vessel deadweight (larger on request) | 35,000 DWT |
DISCLAIMER: Dredged depths are a guide only & are not guaranteed. Parameters may be increased or reduced dependent upon weather conditions, vessel type, allocated berth and ultimately at the discretion of the Harbour Master.
Commercial vessels wishing to enter the Port should complete and return the following to the Harbour Masters Office either via the ships agent or by fax/email 24 hours prior to arrival:
All vessels must supply a crew list (FAL 5 & 6) and provide notification of any dangerous cargo onboard. Please also ensure to provide any additional information requested by the Marine Department prior to entry.
Please note:
The Port operates in accordance with the following policies, codes & regulations.
The following codes and regulations can be viewed on request via marine@portofblyth.co.uk