Safety and regulations

A summary of Port Regulations can be found below. Please ensure you also refer to Clyde Warning Messages (local notice to mariners).

A review of the existing bye-laws is anticipated within the next 12 months, which will be subject to the appropriate consultation procedures. Information will be displayed on this website as and when appropriate.

Safety and regulations

Pilotage

The King's Harbour Master, with the agreement of the Competent Harbour Authority (CHA) , issues Pilotage Directions to vessels intending to navigate within the limits of jurisdiction as defined in the Clyde Dockyard Port of Gareloch and Loch Long Order 2011.