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SheernessGB SHS

🇬🇧United KingdomVery SmallCoastal (Natural)North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean

Sheerness (GB SHS)

United Kingdom · UNLOCODE: GB SHS · Very Small · Coastal (Natural) · North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean · Tiefe: 11 m

UNLOCODEGB SHS

CountryUnited Kingdom

Water BodyNorth Sea; North Atlantic Ocean

SizeVery Small

TypeCoastal (Natural)

Channel Depth11 m

Lat51.4500

Lng0.7500

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Last updated: 2 February 2026

About This Seaport

Sheerness is a small yet strategically significant seaport located in the United Kingdom, playing a vital role in maritime freight and container shipping. Positioned on the North Sea coast, the port offers direct access to important international shipping routes that connect Europe with the rest of the world. Sheerness features modern container terminals equipped with advanced cargo handling facilities, enabling efficient loading and unloading of containers. Furthermore, the port boasts excellent hinterland connections via road, rail, and inland waterways, facilitating access to key markets within the UK and beyond. The importance of Sheerness as a logistics hub is underscored by its ability to handle various cargo types, ensuring seamless transportation solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Sheerness?▼

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

Where is the port of Sheerness located?▼

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

What is the size of the port Sheerness?▼

Sheerness is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Sheerness?▼

The channel depth of Sheerness is 11 meters.

Location & Weather

51.45000, 0.75000

Channel depth: 11 m

Transit time routes from Sheerness

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

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