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SouthamptonGB SOU

🇬🇧United KingdomLargeRiver (Basins)English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean

Southampton (GB SOU)

United Kingdom · UNLOCODE: GB SOU · Large · River (Basins) · English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean · Tiefe: 12.5 m

UNLOCODEGB SOU

CountryUnited Kingdom

Water BodyEnglish Channel; North Atlantic Ocean

SizeLarge

TypeRiver (Basins)

Channel Depth12.5 m

Lat50.9000

Lng-1.4000

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Last updated: 2 February 2026

About This Seaport

Southampton serves as a major seaport in the United Kingdom, playing a pivotal role in maritime freight and container shipping. Its strategic location along the English Channel provides access to critical international shipping routes connecting Europe, America, and Asia. The port boasts advanced container terminals equipped with state-of-the-art cargo handling systems designed to process a vast amount of freight efficiently. Connections to the hinterland are robust, facilitated by an extensive network of rail, road, and inland waterways, ensuring rapid distribution of goods to key regional markets. Southampton is also recognized for its capacity to handle diverse cargo types, including breakbulk, bulk commodities, and specialized project cargo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Southampton?▼

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

Where is the port of Southampton located?▼

The port of Southampton is located in United Kingdom (English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Southampton?▼

Southampton is a Large harbor of type River (Basins).

What is the channel depth of Southampton?▼

The channel depth of Southampton is 12.5 meters.

Location & Weather

50.90000, -1.40000

Channel depth: 12.5 m

Transit time routes from Southampton

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

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