WHITEGATE

  • IEWHI
  • Latitude: 51.8323
  • Longitude: -8.25821
  • UK Coast & Atlantic
  • Port in Ireland

Location: Whitegate County Cork Ireland

Port of Whitegate, Ireland - Description and Specifications

Location:

  • The Port of Whitegate is located on the southern coast of Ireland.
  • Situated in Cork Harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the world.
  • Coordinates: Approx. 51.8310° N latitude and 8.2625° W longitude.

Overview:

Whitegate is primarily known for its oil refinery and associated terminal facilities. The port plays a critical role in the import and export of petroleum products in Ireland.

Facilities:

  1. Oil Refinery:

    • Operated by Irving Oil Whitegate Refinery Limited.
    • The refinery processes a variety of crude oils and produces petroleum products for both domestic and international markets.
  2. Berthing Facilities:

    • The port has several deep-water berths specifically designed to accommodate oil tankers.
    • Depth at berths can accommodate large vessels, including those in excess of 100,000 DWT (Deadweight Tonnage).
  3. Cargo Handling:

    • Specializes in liquid bulk handling, primarily petroleum and chemical products.
    • Modern infrastructure for efficient transfer of products between storage tanks and vessels.
  4. Storage:

    • Extensive tank storage capacity for crude oil and refined products.
    • Equipped with advanced safety and environmental protection systems.

Navigation and Access:

  • Approach: Vessels access Whitegate via the main shipping channel of Cork Harbour, which is well-marked and maintained.
  • Pilotage: Pilotage is compulsory for navigating in and out of the port area.
  • Tugs: Tug services are available to assist in docking and undocking operations.

Safety and Environmental Management:

  • Strict adherence to international safety and environmental standards.
  • Equipped with oil spill response plans and firefighting capabilities.
  • Constant monitoring for environmental compliance to minimize impact on the harbor and surrounding areas.

Operational Aspects:

  • Operating Hours: The port operates 24/7, ensuring around-the-clock loading and unloading of vessels.
  • Customs: On-site customs and immigration facilities streamline the import/export processes.

Connectivity:

  • Road: Well-connected to the national road network for efficient transportation of goods from the port to the hinterland.
  • Rail: Proximity to rail services that facilitate the movement of goods.

Economic Impact:

  • Provides significant employment and economic benefits to the region.
  • Critical infrastructure for Ireland’s energy security and supply chain.

Future Developments:

  • Plans for upgrades and expansions to enhance capacity and efficiency.
  • Ongoing efforts to improve environmental sustainability and reduce carbon footprint.

The Port of Whitegate is a vital cog in Ireland's energy infrastructure, playing an essential role in handling and distributing petroleum products across the country and beyond.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
BRO NUUK Tanker IEWHI 12:57:08
THUN GEMINI Tanker IE FOV->IE WHI 12:53:31
WILLIAM BUTLER YEATS Military Y 9/7/2025
DSG ALEX ESCORT TUG Towing/Tug CORK 9/6/2025
DSG TITAN ESCORT TUG baycraft CORK 9/6/2025
THUN GENIUS Tanker IE WHI 9/6/2025
AETHRA Cargo IEORK 9/6/2025
SOLAS Port PILOT AREA 9/5/2025
SUSANNE THERESA Tanker NLRTM 9/3/2025
DENIS MURPHY Other 9/2/2025
MAINGAS Tanker NLVLI 8/30/2025
KERNOW Sailing 8/29/2025
TURBOT BANK Towing/Tug 8/29/2025
GERRY O SULLIVAN Port 8/29/2025
HAIGUI Tanker IE ORK 8/28/2025
SPARE TIME Pleasure 8/24/2025
MARTINA Pleasure 8/24/2025
STAR CHASER Sailing 8/24/2025
TERRA MARIQUE Other .................... 8/23/2025
TIARA Pleasure 8/21/2025

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