Seaport · Iceland
Port of Helguvik
Helguvik (Iceland) is a port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 72). It lies on the North Atlantic Ocean.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Iceland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- ISHEL
- World Port Index no.
- 72
- Coordinates
- 64.02°N, 22.55°W
- Main use
- Cargo
- Waters
- North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Iceland East Coast
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Oil terminal depth | 14.0 m |
|---|---|
| Max vessel length | 200.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 10.0 m |
Facilities
- Solid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Navigation and port entry
- Port security
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) | 5,770 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,780 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,190 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Helguvik, 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 Helguvik
Where is Port of Helguvik?
Helguvik (Iceland) lies on the North Atlantic Ocean, at about 64.02°N, 22.55°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Helguvik?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE ISHEL for Helguvik. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Helguvik?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 200.0 m, draft 10.0 m for Helguvik. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Helguvik have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Helguvik. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Helguvik from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,770 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,190 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Liverpool, Southampton, Felixstowe.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Helguvik?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Helguvik 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.