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.

Country
Iceland
UN/LOCODE
ISSIG
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
66.1500° N, 18.9167° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
25 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Max Vessel Draft
9 m
Max Vessel Length
200 m
Tidal Range
1.6 m

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

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionYes
WharvesAnchorageBreakbulk

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Distance
8 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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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 →