The shipping platform

Location: Kilrush is situated on the SW coast of Ireland. General overview: Kilrush is the only commercial Harbour Authority situated on the N bank of the Shannon Estuary. The harbour is approx 1.5km from the town centre. Since the marina and lock gates are in place, water is held at 3.0m. The deep water harbour is at Cappagh and is well sheltered except for SE winds. The pier is in constant use by Shannon pilot boat and tugs. Cargoes handled are forest products and machinery. Traffic figures: Approx 4 vessels and 1,500t of cargo annually. Load line zone: North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31. Max size: LOA 82m, draught 5.0m, 3,000DWT.