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UNLOCODEGB CBA
CountryUnited Kingdom
Water BodyNorth Atlantic Ocean
SizeVery Small
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth6.4 m
Lat56.9500
Lng-7.4833
Classificationferry_202606
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About This Seaport
Caledonian MacBrayne sets the rhythm at Castlebay, the small harbour that anchors the Isle of Barra to the rest of Scotland. Its services run from here to Oban on the mainland and to Lochboisdale on South Uist, making this first and foremost a lifeline ferry port rather than a commercial cargo gateway. Freight moves almost entirely across the RoRo linkspan: groceries, building materials and island supplies arrive as accompanied vehicles or trailers, and there is no container terminal or conventional break-bulk handling. The single berth offers roughly 65 m of quay at about 5.2 m depth, supported by fresh water, gas-oil bunkers and a mobile crane, while the bay also shelters local fishing vessels. Shippers with containerised or international loads should route via Oban for the mainland, with Stornoway handling larger volumes for the Outer Hebrides.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Castle Bay?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Castle Bay is GB CBA. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Castle Bay located?▼
The port of Castle Bay is located in United Kingdom (North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Castle Bay?▼
Castle Bay is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Castle Bay?▼
The channel depth of Castle Bay is 6.4 meters.
Location & Weather
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56.95000, -7.48333
Channel depth: 6.4 m
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