Port of Stavanger (NOSVG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Stavanger (UN/LOCODE NOSVG) is a medium coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Norway, on the North Sea. It sits at 58.9667° N, 5.7500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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 (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Stavanger
Where is Port of Stavanger located?
Port of Stavanger is a seaport located in Norway, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 58.9667° N, 5.7500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Stavanger?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Stavanger is NOSVG — country code NO, location code SVG.
How deep is Port of Stavanger?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Stavanger has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Stavanger?
Port of Stavanger reports a maximum draft of 20 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Stavanger require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Stavanger.
What type of harbor is Port of Stavanger?
Port of Stavanger is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Stavanger have?
Port of Stavanger is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Stavanger are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23480), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →