Seaport · Greenland
Port of Kajalleq Upernavik
Kajalleq Upernavik (Greenland) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 940). It lies on the Baffin Bay.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLJUV
- World Port Index no.
- 940
- Coordinates
- 72.15°N, 55.53°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Main use
- Cargo
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
- WPI region
- Greenland West Coast
- Other names
- South Upernavik; Upernavik
- 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 | 23.2 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 30.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.2 m |
| Tidal range | 2.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 4.2 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Med. mooring
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Ice
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Turning area
- Port security
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
Services
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
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) | 5,780 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,800 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,180 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Kajalleq Upernavik, 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 Kajalleq Upernavik
Where is Port of Kajalleq Upernavik?
Kajalleq Upernavik (Greenland) lies on the Baffin Bay, at about 72.15°N, 55.53°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Kajalleq Upernavik?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLJUV for Kajalleq Upernavik. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Kajalleq Upernavik?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 4.2 m for Kajalleq Upernavik. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Kajalleq Upernavik have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Kajalleq Upernavik. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Kajalleq Upernavik from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,780 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,180 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 Kajalleq Upernavik?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Kajalleq Upernavik 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.