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UNLOCODEGB BTL
CountryUnited Kingdom
Water BodyNorth Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Tide Gates)
Channel Depth9.4 m
Lat56.0500
Lng-3.2333
Classificationindustrial_202606
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About This Seaport
Bauxite, alumina and caustic soda have shaped the cargo mix at Burntisland (GB BTL) for decades, on the north shore of the Firth of Forth in Fife, Scotland. Bauxite is lightered from anchored ships into purpose-built barges of around 8,000 t and grabbed ashore in the harbour, while liquid caustic soda is held in a dedicated 4,500-tonne shore tank. Operated by Forth Ports, the port also handles dry bulks such as grain, aggregates and animal feed. It runs no container line services; instead it functions as an industrial and project facility, with an on-site timber operation and a track record in heavy-lift and offshore renewables fabrication. Road and rail links connect it to Scotland's central belt for onward distribution. Shippers needing container or lift-on/lift-off capacity typically route via Grangemouth or Rosyth. Customs clearance follows the UK procedures applied since Brexit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Burntisland?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Burntisland is GB BTL. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Burntisland located?▼
The port of Burntisland is located in United Kingdom (North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Burntisland?▼
Burntisland is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Tide Gates).
What is the channel depth of Burntisland?▼
The channel depth of Burntisland is 9.4 meters.
Location & Weather
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56.05000, -3.23333
Channel depth: 9.4 m
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