Port of Siglufjorhurd (ISSIG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Siglufjorhurd (UN/LOCODE ISSIG) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Iceland, on the Greenland Sea. It sits at 66.1500° N, 18.9167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 25 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, 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
- Harbor Use
- Fishing
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Greenland Sea; Arctic Ocean
- Region
- Iceland North Coast
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Siglufjorhurd
Where is Port of Siglufjorhurd located?
Port of Siglufjorhurd is a seaport located in Iceland, on the Greenland Sea. Its coordinates are 66.1500° N, 18.9167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Siglufjorhurd?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Siglufjorhurd is ISSIG — country code IS, location code SIG.
How deep is Port of Siglufjorhurd?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Siglufjorhurd has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 25 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Siglufjorhurd?
Port of Siglufjorhurd reports a maximum draft of 9 m, a maximum length of 200 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Siglufjorhurd require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Siglufjorhurd.
What type of harbor is Port of Siglufjorhurd?
Port of Siglufjorhurd is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Siglufjorhurd have?
Port of Siglufjorhurd is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Siglufjorhurd are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #260), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →