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LerwickGB LER

🇬🇧United KingdomMediumCoastal (Natural)North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean

Lerwick (GB LER)

United Kingdom · UNLOCODE: GB LER · Medium · Coastal (Natural) · North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean · Tiefe: 9.1 m

UNLOCODEGB LER

CountryUnited Kingdom

Water BodyNorth Sea; North Atlantic Ocean

SizeMedium

TypeCoastal (Natural)

Channel Depth9.1 m

Lat60.1670

Lng-1.1500

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Last updated: 2 February 2026

About This Seaport

Lerwick is a significant seaport in the United Kingdom that plays a pivotal role in maritime freight and container shipping. Strategically located on the North Sea and North Atlantic, the port provides direct access to crucial shipping routes that enhance the transport network across Europe and beyond. The container terminals at Lerwick are equipped with modern cargo handling facilities that ensure efficient processing of containers and various types of freight. Furthermore, the port boasts excellent hinterland connections, including road and rail infrastructure, facilitating rapid distribution to surrounding regions. Lerwick is positioning itself as an innovative logistics hub that continually invests in improving its services and capacities to meet the demands of global trade flows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Lerwick?▼

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

Where is the port of Lerwick located?▼

The port of Lerwick is located in United Kingdom (North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Lerwick?▼

Lerwick is a Medium harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Lerwick?▼

The channel depth of Lerwick is 9.1 meters.

Location & Weather

60.16700, -1.15000

Channel depth: 9.1 m

Transit time routes from Lerwick

London → Shanghai London → Shenzhen London → Guangzhou London → Hong Kong London → Tokyo London → Busan

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