Port of Novorossiysk (RUNVS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Novorossiysk (UN/LOCODE RUNVS) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Russia, on the Black Sea. It sits at 44.7167° N, 37.7833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage 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 (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Black Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Russia
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Novorossiysk
Where is Port of Novorossiysk located?
Port of Novorossiysk is a seaport located in Russia, on the Black Sea. Its coordinates are 44.7167° N, 37.7833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Novorossiysk?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Novorossiysk is RUNVS — country code RU, location code NVS.
How deep is Port of Novorossiysk?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Novorossiysk has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Novorossiysk require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Novorossiysk.
What type of harbor is Port of Novorossiysk?
Port of Novorossiysk is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Novorossiysk have?
Port of Novorossiysk is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Novorossiysk are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #44200), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →