Port of Kristiansund (NOKSU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Kristiansund (UN/LOCODE NOKSU) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. It sits at 63.1139° N, 7.7386° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Norwegian Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kristiansund
Where is Port of Kristiansund located?
Port of Kristiansund is a seaport located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. Its coordinates are 63.1139° N, 7.7386° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kristiansund?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kristiansund is NOKSU — country code NO, location code KSU.
How deep is Port of Kristiansund?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kristiansund has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Kristiansund?
Port of Kristiansund reports a maximum draft of 9.8 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Kristiansund require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kristiansund.
What type of harbor is Port of Kristiansund?
Port of Kristiansund is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Kristiansund have?
Port of Kristiansund is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, lng terminal facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Kristiansund are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23100), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →