A small coaster today starts at around 1000-1500 tonnes d.w.t. and ranges up to 2000-3000 d.w.t. Vessels that regularly sail deepsea start at around 3000 d.w.t. up to above 6000 d.w.t.  Port Penrhyn is suitable for the coastal vessels up to about 3000 d.w.t. (see port specs. and more photos)

The MV Leendert Sr.,departing Port Penrhyn with a cargo of landscaping stone, with the city of Bangor in the background.

The MV Carine, coming southabout through the Menai Straits towards Port Penrhyn to collect a cargo of fullercite. The statue of Nelson overlooks the stretch of water between the bridges down to Plas Newydd, the Marquis of Anglesey's stately home (now run by the National Trust).