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The Port of Southampton is Europe's leading cruise turn-around port.
Each year we welcome more than 500 cruise ship calls and two million passengers.
All four of Southampton's dedicated, world-class cruise terminals have undergone multi-million pound refurbishments that enable the port to cater for the world's largest vessels.
Southampton provides both state-of-the-art dedicated terminals and bespoke shore-side arrangements, alongside port partners, to the cruise industry. Our facilities cater for the world's largest ships with world-class efficiency and provide a bespoke service to the more discerning of passengers.

Port attractions

SeaCity Museum
Based in the heart of Southampton, SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with the sea.
Stonehenge
Walk in the footsteps of your Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge - one of the wonders of the world and best known prehistoric monuments in Europe
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
See the Mary Rose, the only 16th century warship on display anywhere in the world. The purpose built award winning museum reunites Henry VIII's Tudor warship with many of her artefacts and crew.

Port views

Port facts

Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:

400m

Max. Draught, M:

More Info Draught:

Max. Air Draught, M:

More Info Air Draught:

No. Of Quays:

Quay Length Total, M:

400m

Quay Depth, M:

6.25m chart datum to top of qauy

Anchorage Available:

yes

Anchorage Compulsory:

Passenger Terminal:

yes

Pilotage Compulsary:

yes

Tugs Available:

yes

Bunkering:

yes

Tidal Movement/range, M:

0-5m

Water:

yes

Ships Tenders Allowed:

Garbage Disposal:

yes

Airport Distance, Km:

City Centre Distance, Km:

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:

✔ Open loop

On-shore power supply to cruise vessels:

LNG bunkering supply to cruise vessels:

✔ By vessel / barge

✔ Road tanker (truck) on the quay

Supplying alternative fuels:

Yes

Reception Facilities for Contaminated Ballast Water:

Yes

Reception Facilities for Waste Oils:

Yes

Passengers

Calls

Passengers by Source in 2023

Calls 2023

Onshore Power

OPS (Onshore Power System)

Yes

Shore power within the next 5 years

Requirements

Defined Compatibility Assessment process for each berth and ship combination to IEC/IEEE 80005-1

Yes

Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection

Yes

Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection - Comments

Information directly available from ABP

Additional requirements for first-time connectio/max. duration between connections before process reapplies

Yes

Additional requirements for first-time connection/max. duration between connections before process reapplies - Comments

Compatibility assessment, check safety systems, reapplies after 12 months

Connection Time

Connection time from all fast to full operational SSE (Shore Side Electricity)

30-60 minutes

Disconnection time

30-60 minutes

Disconnection time - Comments

Yes, 16.00 is the standard unless agreed seperately

Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected

Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected - Comments

Uninterrupted supply is normal, this is not guaranteed

Restrictions / Penalties / Insurance

Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE

Yes

Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE - Comments

Yes, these are specific to the ship/berth and are detailed with the operator directly

Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues

Yes

Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues - Comments

Cancellation charge if booking is not completed by the operator, which covers fixed costs only

Insurance covering any potential damage caused by the SSE

Port Fees

Current cost per kWh

Varies and is based on the actual cost of power

Pricing model

Pass through at cost

Costs associated with the Compatibility Assessment/Testing process

Yes, varies based on the costs and are specific to each call

Shore power hook up fee

Yes

Utility standard/usage fees in addition to kWh rate

Tax/duty fees applicable

Other fees related to shore power

Useful Information

Discounts/incentives linked to shore power usage

Berthing policy linked to shore power usage

Confirmation time of the vessel for planned shore power usage before ETA

1 week

Confirmation time of the vessel for planned shore power usage before ETA - Comments

Usually at point of vessel booking but this varies + usually no less than 7 days notice

Southampton

Port information

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Port attractions

Port views

Port facts

Nautical information

Sustainability

Passengers

Calls

Passengers by Source in 2023

Calls 2023

Onshore Power

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