GBCKS
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OVERVIEW:
Operated by Baltic Distribution Ltd, the port handles forest products and steel.
LOCATION:
Opposite Burnham-on-Crouch on the River Crouch, 10 km. NE of Southend-on-Sea.
CHARTS:
BA Chart No. 3750.
Publications:
BA Dover Strait Pilot, NP 28.
PORT LIMITS:
All waters contained within the Crouch and Roach rivers out to Whitaker Easterly Cardinal
light buoy, in position 51° 41.44′ N, 001° 10.51′ E.
ISPS COMPLIANCE:
Port is compliant.
MAX. SIZE:
Breakbulk:
LOA 137 m., draft 6.3 m.
Bulk:
LOA 137 m., draft 6.3 m.
RESTRICTIONS:
Berthing on the flood tide.
Bridges:
None.
APPROACHES:
Main channel is well buoyed and there are many conspicuous navigation marks. A turning
area is available just off the berth.
PILOTAGE:
Compulsory for all vessels exceeding LOA 50 m., service is provided by Harwich Haven
Pilots or Crouch Pilots for vessels with LOA under 90 m. and draft…
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