What is Clydeport’s area of jurisdiction?
Clydeport's area of jurisdiction is from Albert Bridge in Glasgow to its seaward limits at Arran, an area of approximately 450 square miles.
Do sailors or scullers require a license to sail or row on the Clyde?
Sailing and sculling is not permitted in the river channel (ie, from number 1 buoy at Greenock to Glasgow) unless approved by the Harbour Master, and is an offence under COL Byelaws. Contact the Harbour Master
Do yacht clubs or power boat organisations require permission to race on the Clyde?
Yes, very much so - please contact the Harbour Master for permission. Contact the Harbour Master
Can we visit Glasgow by pleasure craft?
There are no dedicated facilities for pleasure craft in Glasgow at the moment, although there are plans to change this over the coming years. In the meantime, the Harbour Master will consider requests from recognised organisations and clubs for cruises in convoy. Contact the Harbour Master
Does Clydeport allow visitor access into the ports?
Unfortunately, we do not normally allow visitors (ie, other than techical or port associated staff) access to the ports due to Health & Safety and Security restrictions.
Does Clydeport allow photographers into the port to photograph ships?
Sorry, no - this is not usually allowed, for Health & Safety and security reasons as mentioned above.
Do we keep records of ships which have sailed on the Clyde?
We do not hold any historical records - we transferred all of our historical records on ships sailing into and out of the Clyde to the Glasgow Archive at the Mitchell Library, in order to allow the public to view them. For more details on how you can access this information, call the Mitchell Library on 0141 287 2999 or visit http://www.glasgowlibraries.org/clydenavtrust.htm/ for more details.
Alternatively, you could also try:
McLean Museum reference room, Greenock. Tel: 01475 715624
Irvine Maritime Museum. Tel: 01294 278283
Maritime Museum at Braehead, Glasgow. Tel: 0141 886 1013
Do we keep records of people who have emigrated by sea from the Clyde?
We do not hold this kind of information. Passenger records would have been held by the ship lines of the day, and so we would suggest that you contact the museums above – they are likely to be the best source of information.
Is Clydeport responsible for the water height or cleanliness of the river?
Clydeport has a duty to maintain the depth of the navigation channel for shipping purposes. Water quality and flooding issues are the responsibility of SEPA, the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency – contact them by calling 01786 457700 or visit http://www.sepa.org.uk/ Other contacts which may be of interest are Floodline (0845 988 1188) and Pollution Hotline (0800 807060).
