Port of Heysham (GBHYM) — United Kingdom
Body of water: Celtic-Biscay Shelf
Heysham (UN/LOCODE GBHYM) is a medium-depth port in United Kingdom, on the Celtic-Biscay Shelf. The port is located at 54.0333, -2.9167 within the United Kingdom. It falls under NAVAREA I and provides various maritime services for vessels navigating the Irish Sea region. The area is characterized by large tides.
Vessels currently in port: 3.
Vessels currently in port
- ESVAGT CONNECTOR (IMO 9198044)
- RIX PANTHER (MMSI 235093688) — 72h in port
- ANATASIA (MMSI 235008956) — 721h in port
Vessels on approach
- PROGRESS (IMO 9506203) → GBHYM
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Port of Heysham located?
The port is situated at 54.0333 latitude and -2.9167 longitude. It is positioned along the coast of the United Kingdom on the Celtic-Biscay Shelf.
What is the UN/LOCODE for this port?
The UN/LOCODE for Heysham is GBHYM. This code is used for international maritime identification and standardization.
Which NAVAREA covers this port?
Heysham is located within NAVAREA I. This region covers the North Atlantic and surrounding waters for maritime safety communications.
What services are available at this port?
The port offers several maritime services to support vessel operations. These include various essential port services required for local navigation and docking.
How deep is the approach to this port?
The approach to Heysham is classified as medium-depth. Vessels should consult local nautical charts for specific draft requirements.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with NGA World Port Index (WPI) port particulars.