Port of Svolvaer (NOSVJ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Svolvaer (UN/LOCODE NOSVJ) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. It sits at 68.2333° N, 14.5833° E. The port reports an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 1.8 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid 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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Norwegian Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Svolvaer
Where is Port of Svolvaer located?
Port of Svolvaer is a seaport located in Norway, on the Norwegian Sea. Its coordinates are 68.2333° N, 14.5833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Svolvaer?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Svolvaer is NOSVJ — country code NO, location code SVJ.
How deep is Port of Svolvaer?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Svolvaer has an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 1.8 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Svolvaer?
Port of Svolvaer reports a maximum draft of 9.1 m, a maximum length of 158 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Svolvaer require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Svolvaer.
What type of harbor is Port of Svolvaer?
Port of Svolvaer is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Svolvaer have?
Port of Svolvaer is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid bulk, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Svolvaer are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #21900), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →