Port of Folkestone (GBFOL) — United Kingdom
Body of water: Eastern Channel
Folkestone (UN/LOCODE GBFOL) is a shallow port in United Kingdom, on the Eastern Channel. The port is located at 51.083333, 1.200000 within the United Kingdom. Situated in NAVAREA I, the approach is characterized by shallow waters and large tides. 1 vessel is currently observed in port.
Vessels currently in port: 4.
Vessels currently in port
- COTE D'OPALE (IMO 9858321) — 1h in port
- BALTIC ERICA (IMO 9194476) — 15h in port
- DHB DILIGENT (MMSI 232056171) — 279h in port
- RNLI LIFEBOAT B-922 (MMSI 232023287) — 146h in port
Frequently asked questions
How many vessels are currently in the Port of Folkestone?
4 vessels are in the port right now, by AIS.
Where is the Port of Folkestone located?
The port is situated at 51.083333 latitude and 1.200000 longitude. It is positioned along the coast of the United Kingdom.
What is the UN/LOCODE for this port?
The UN/LOCODE for Folkestone is GBFOL. This code is used for international maritime identification.
Which NAVAREA covers this port?
Folkestone is located within NAVAREA I. This region covers a significant portion of the North Atlantic and European waters.
How deep is the approach to this port?
The approach to this port is classified as shallow. Navigational planning should account for these conditions and the presence of large tides.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with NGA World Port Index (WPI) port particulars.