Seaport · Iceland
Port of Husavik
Husavik (Iceland) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 320). It lies on the Greenland Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Iceland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- ISHUS
- World Port Index no.
- 320
- Coordinates
- 66.03°N, 17.33°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Main use
- Cargo
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Greenland Sea; Arctic Ocean
- WPI region
- Iceland North 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.
| Channel depth | 7.9 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 23.2 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 6.4 m |
| Tidal range | 1.2 m |
| Max vessel draft | 8.3 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Container
- Breakbulk
Entrance restrictions
- Tide
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Port security
- Quarantine: pratique
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
Services
- Steam
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
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) | 5,590 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,600 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,010 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Husavik, 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 Husavik
Where is Port of Husavik?
Husavik (Iceland) lies on the Greenland Sea, at about 66.03°N, 17.33°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Husavik?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE ISHUS for Husavik. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Husavik?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 8.3 m for Husavik. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Husavik have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Husavik. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Husavik from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,590 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,010 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Liverpool, Gothenburg, Aarhus.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Husavik?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Husavik 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.