Port of Karsto (NOKAR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Karsto (UN/LOCODE NOKAR) is a medium open roadstead harbor located in Norway, on the North Sea. It sits at 59.2667° N, 5.5167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Norway
UN/LOCODE
NOKAR
Harbor Type
Open Roadstead
Coordinates
59.2667° N, 5.5167° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Channel Depth
23.2 m
Anchorage Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Oil Terminal Depth
14 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Open Roadstead
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Norway

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilNo / No
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Medium
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Anchorage

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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 Karsto

Where is Port of Karsto located?

Port of Karsto is a seaport located in Norway, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 59.2667° N, 5.5167° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Karsto?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Karsto is NOKAR — country code NO, location code KAR.

How deep is Port of Karsto?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Karsto has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

Does Port of Karsto require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Karsto.

What type of harbor is Port of Karsto?

Port of Karsto is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of medium size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Karsto have?

Port of Karsto is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Karsto are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23451), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →