Port of Sauda (NOSAU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Sauda (UN/LOCODE NOSAU) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the North Sea. It sits at 59.6369° N, 6.3411° E. The port reports an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, 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
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Sauda
Where is Port of Sauda located?
Port of Sauda is a seaport located in Norway, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 59.6369° N, 6.3411° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Sauda?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Sauda is NOSAU — country code NO, location code SAU.
How deep is Port of Sauda?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Sauda has an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Sauda?
Port of Sauda reports a maximum length of 200 m, a maximum beam of 32.3 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Sauda require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Sauda.
What type of harbor is Port of Sauda?
Port of Sauda is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Sauda have?
Port of Sauda is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Sauda are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23460), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →