Seaport · Greenland
Port of Faeringehavn
Faeringehavn (Greenland) is a port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 635). It lies on the Labrador Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLFHN
- World Port Index no.
- 635
- Coordinates
- 63.68°N, 51.52°W
- Main use
- Cargo
- Waters
- Labrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Greenland West Coast
- Repairs
- Limited
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Anchorage depth | 40.0 m |
|---|---|
| Oil terminal depth | 6.0 m |
| Tidal range | 4.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 106.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 6.3 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Liquid bulk
- Oil terminal
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
Pilotage and tugs
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 6,230 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 6,240 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,630 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Faeringehavn, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 181 (Enroute) - Greenland and Iceland.
Frequently asked questions about Faeringehavn
Where is Port of Faeringehavn?
Faeringehavn (Greenland) lies on the Labrador Sea, at about 63.68°N, 51.52°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Faeringehavn?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLFHN for Faeringehavn. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Faeringehavn?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 106.0 m, draft 6.3 m for Faeringehavn. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Faeringehavn from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 6,230 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,630 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Halifax, Montreal, Liverpool.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Faeringehavn?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Faeringehavn through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.