Arklow

1. Arklow pilot boarding Pilot boards52°47.6′N 006°06.6′W

Water density

1010.

Tides

Range 1.7m MHWS, 0.8m MHWN.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The least depth in the entrance channel is 3.2m. Silting occurs particularly after continuous SW winds with dry weather; dredging is then carried out. The harbour is approached from the Saint George's Channel approx 1nm N of Arklow Head and the entrance, 55m in width, is between two parallel piers.

Turning basin: Within the river, approx 0.35nm above the harbour entrance, there is a turning basin (close NW of the tidal basin entrance) 122m in length and 107m in width.

Caution: The river shoals immediately NW of the turning basin.

Directions for entry: The entrance is approached from NE keeping in mid channel between the pierheads. Due allowance must be made for the set caused by the tidal streams which run across the entrance.

Anchorages

Outer anchorage: Vessels can anchor outside the harbour in offshore winds, but there is no shelter from onshore winds and it is advisable to leave when the wind becomes S of SW or E of N.

The recommended berth is between 3 and 0.5nm offshore, SE of the pierheads.

Restrictions

Daylight entry and sailing only.

Tugs

Limited towage facilities are available.

Mooring

The harbour master is responsible for berthing, Tel: +353 40 232466.

Charts and publications

BA 633, 1468, 1787. Admiralty Pilot NP40, NP286(1).

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Maritime Safety Directorate, Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources.

Address: Leeson Lane, Dublin 2, Ireland.

Tel: +353 1 678 2000.

Fax: +353 1 678 2349

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Full maintenance and repair facilities can be provided in Arklow for either timber or steel vessels.

Repairs can be carried out on a vessel dry docked or afloat. A marine elevator with a capacity of 600t is available in the wet dock area.

Slipway: A synchro lift capable of taking vessels of up to 450t is available in the wet dock area. To hire, contact John Tyrrell (Slipway) Ltd, Tel: +353 40 232001, telex 80423.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available on the quayside.

Bunkering: Bunkers are available by road tanker.

Medical

Wicklow, 25km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Dublin, 83km.

Airport facilities: National and international connections. Airfreight and crew change facilities.

Nearest railway: Approx 1km from the port area.

Working hours

Mon to Fri 0800-1700hrs. A permanent labour force of 12 experienced dock workers is available. Their numbers can be augmented as required.

Where does the pilot board at Arklow?

The pilot boards at Arklow pilot boarding, 52°47.6′N 006°06.6′W.

What time zone is Arklow in?

Local time at Arklow is UTC+0. Clocks go to UTC+1 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+0 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Arklow?

1010.

Who carries out Port State Control at Arklow?

Port State Control at Arklow: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Arklow?

The UN/LOCODE of Arklow is IEARK.

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