Operated by Associated British Ports, Ayr is a river-and-basin port on Scotland's Firth of Clyde built around short-sea berths rather than deep-water container quays. Annual throughput exceeds 300,000 tonnes, spanning dry bulks such as salt, animal feed and agribulks, plus forest products of around 25,000 tonnes and occasional heavy lift like wind-turbine components. Under the coastal TimberLINK service, timber from the Argyll ports of Ardrishaig, Campbeltown and Sandbank is shipped to Ayr and its sister facility at Troon for onward delivery to regional wood processors. Agribulks and minerals arrive from Scandinavia, the Mediterranean and mainland Europe, with winter salt from Ireland. Shallow depths (channel about 3.4 m, quay about 4.9 m) confine the port to coasters and short-sea tonnage. Ayrshire's road and rail links serve the hinterland, while containerised cargo is best routed via Greenock (Clydeport) or Grangemouth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Ayr?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Ayr is GB AYR. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Ayr located?▼

The port of Ayr is located in United Kingdom (North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Ayr?▼

Ayr is a Very Small harbor of type River (Basins).

What is the channel depth of Ayr?▼

The channel depth of Ayr is 3.4 meters.

Location & Weather

55.46667, -4.63333

Channel depth: 3.4 m

Transit time routes from Ayr

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