Port of Moss (NOMSS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Moss (UN/LOCODE NOMSS) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 59.4406° N, 10.6553° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 20.1 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- Good
- World Water Body
- Skagerrak; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Moss
Where is Port of Moss located?
Port of Moss is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 59.4406° N, 10.6553° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Moss?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Moss is NOMSS — country code NO, location code MSS.
How deep is Port of Moss?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Moss has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 20.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Moss?
Port of Moss reports a maximum draft of 11 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Moss require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Moss, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Moss?
Port of Moss is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Moss have?
Port of Moss is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Moss are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23830), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →