Port of Kvalsund (NOKVS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Kvalsund (UN/LOCODE NOKVS) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. It sits at 70.5069° N, 23.9833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes breakbulk 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- Norwegian Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kvalsund
Where is Port of Kvalsund located?
Port of Kvalsund is a seaport located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. Its coordinates are 70.5069° N, 23.9833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kvalsund?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kvalsund is NOKVS — country code NO, location code KVS.
How deep is Port of Kvalsund?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kvalsund has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Kvalsund?
Port of Kvalsund reports a maximum draft of 6 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Kvalsund require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kvalsund.
What type of harbor is Port of Kvalsund?
Port of Kvalsund is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Kvalsund have?
Port of Kvalsund is recorded as offering breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Kvalsund are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #20910), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →