General Description
Location: The Kyle of Lochalsh is situated at Loch Alsh approx 85nm due W of Inverness. General overview: Kyle is strategically placed on the N/S seaway on Scotland's W coast. It plays host to coastal vessels along with a significant fishing trade and an ever growing leisure industry, the harbour is open throughout 24 hours. Cargo handled: Timber, fish foods and associated products, bulk supplies for the Outer Hebrides. Load line zone: North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31. Max size: LOA 120m (with bow thruster), beam 12m, draught 6.4m.