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UNLOCODEIE COB
CountryIreland
Water BodyCeltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
SizeMedium
TypeRiver (Natural)
Channel Depth11 m
Lat51.8500
Lng-8.3000
Classificationspecialised_202606
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About This Seaport
Cruise liners up to 350 metres ease alongside Cobh's deep-water quay — Ireland's only purpose-built cruise berth, which logged about 103 calls and some 190,000 passengers in 2024. For freight, though, Cobh plays a minor role: the Port of Cork's cargo business sits elsewhere in this vast natural harbour. Containers move through Ringaskiddy, where an €89 million terminal opened in 2022 (harbour-wide capacity up to roughly 400,000 TEU), general and bulk cargo through Tivoli, and crude oil at Whitegate. Forwarders handling FCL or LCL boxes therefore book via Ringaskiddy or Tivoli rather than Cobh itself. For Ireland's largest container volumes, Dublin remains the primary gateway, with customs and import handling for the Cork region managed by the Port of Cork Company.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Cobh?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Cobh is IE COB. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Cobh located?▼
The port of Cobh is located in Ireland (Celtic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Cobh?▼
Cobh is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Cobh?▼
The channel depth of Cobh is 11 meters.
Location & Weather
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51.85000, -8.30000
Channel depth: 11 m
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