All vessels of 49m and over, all vessels under tow and all vessels carrying dangerous goods, are subject to compulsory pilotage. A minimum of 12 hours notice is required for a pilot. All vessels must use the services of a local shipping agent to facilitate the efficient exchange of information required, arrange for services and to be available in case of any problems/incidents. Users should also familiarise themselves with the Port Details page on this website.

All vessels must report to Newhaven Radio on VHF Channel 12 at least 1 hour before arrival at the Pilot station, which is situated 1 to 1.5 n.mile SW of the Western Breakwater Lighthouse. Anchorage is 1 to 1.5 n.miles SW of western Breakwater Lighthouse.

East Quay Commercial Terminal

Operated by Newhaven Port & Properties Ltd. Tel: 01273 612900
195m of berth frontage, dredged to 5m.
Vessels up to 112m LOA. (Vessels up to 120m may be acceptable after individual risk assessment. All vessels 90m+ must have a working bowthruster). Maximum beam of 20m.
Sand and Gravel imports by Brett Aggregates
All other trade enquiries welcome.

No.1 RoRo Berth and Ferry Terminal

Operated by LCT Support Services – Tel: 01235 844111
Newhaven Ferry Port Website
Roll on-roll off ferry traffic up to 145m LOA and 6m draft.

No.2 RoRo Berth

Operated by Newhaven Port & Properties Ltd. Tel: 01273 612900
Not presently in use as a ferry berth. Dredged to 4.5m and used as a lay-by berth.

North Quay Berths (NAABSA Berths)

No. 1 berth operated by Conways – Tel: 0800 276 1122. Vessels up to 90m LOA.
No.2 Berth not operating – Vessels up to 82m LOA.
No.3 Berth not operating – Vessels up to 82m LOA.
No.4 berth operated by EMR. – Tel: 01273 515131. Vessels up to 90m LOA.
No.5 berth not operating. – Vessels up to 82m LOA.

Local Shipping Agents

Cory Brothers Ltd - Tel: 02380 748 860
Denholm Port Services - Tel: 02380 713 105
Freight Express Seacon - . Tel: 01797 222741
GP Shipping - Tel: 02380 866063
Lacy & Middlemiss – Tel: 01273 461464
Shoreham Port Ships Agency - Tel: 01273 598158

Latest News and Announcements

Construction works at Newhaven Port/East Beach/Tidemills area

06th March 2025

To facilitate the connection of a new submarine cable between France and the UK, euNetworks will need to carry out construction works in the area of Newhaven Port. Part of this work will include temporarily part closure of the grassland access path at the worksite shown below. The path will be part closed from 16th March...

Newhaven "Look Again" June events

31st May 2024

The Newhaven Look Again event is being held throughout June. http://lookagainnewhaven.co.uk Lots of great events (most are FREE) and a pop up bar at The Sidings, from Abyss Brewing, and street food every: Friday (3-11pm), Saturday (10am-11pm) Sunday (10am-8pm) Launch event on Saturday 1st June 1-11pm. -14 Artists-16 Sites-Events-Street Food-Pop-up Bar-Workshops-Walks

RNLI 'Float to Live' Campaign

21st May 2024

Do you know what to do if you get into trouble in the water this summer? Float to Live: Tilt your head back and submerge your ears. Relax and try to control your breathing. Move your hands to help you stay afloat. It’s OK if your legs sink, everyone floats differently. Once you are over the initial shock, call for...

D-Day 80

20th May 2024

On Thursday 6th June the nation will come together to remember the tens of thousands of allied forces who gave service on D-DAY eighty years ago and helped secure the peace we in the UK enjoy today. Across the UK, from early morning when the sun rises to evening as night descends, church bells will ring...

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