Port of Fuglafjordur (FOFUG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Fuglafjordur (UN/LOCODE FOFUG) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Faroe Islands, on the Norwegian Sea. It sits at 62.2500° N, 6.8000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 24 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes liquid bulk, breakbulk, oil terminal facilities.

Country
Faroe Islands
UN/LOCODE
FOFUG
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
62.2500° N, 6.8000° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
24 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Max Vessel Draft
7 m
Max Vessel Length
125 m
Tidal Range
1.8 m
Oil Terminal Depth
13 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Norwegian Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Faroe Islands

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryNo
Tugs AssistanceUnknown
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Liquid BulkBreakbulkOil Terminal

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Port of Fuglafjordur (FOFUG)
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Distance
6 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Fuglafjordur

Where is Port of Fuglafjordur located?

Port of Fuglafjordur is a seaport located in Faroe Islands, on the Norwegian Sea. Its coordinates are 62.2500° N, 6.8000° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Fuglafjordur?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Fuglafjordur is FOFUG — country code FO, location code FUG.

How deep is Port of Fuglafjordur?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Fuglafjordur has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 24 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Fuglafjordur?

Port of Fuglafjordur reports a maximum draft of 7 m, a maximum length of 125 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Fuglafjordur require a pilot?

Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Fuglafjordur, though pilots are available.

What type of harbor is Port of Fuglafjordur?

Port of Fuglafjordur is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Fuglafjordur have?

Port of Fuglafjordur is recorded as offering liquid bulk, breakbulk, oil terminal facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Fuglafjordur are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #32740), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →