Seaport · Norway
Port of Kristiansund
Kristiansund (Norway) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 23100). It lies on the Norwegian Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Norway
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- NOKSU
- World Port Index no.
- 23100
- Coordinates
- 63.11°N, 7.74°E
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Excellent
- Waters
- Norwegian Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Norway
- Repairs
- Limited
- Dry dock
- Large
- Railway (slipway)
- Large
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 11.0 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 14.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 3.4 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 4.9 m |
| Tidal range | 2.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 9.8 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Beach mooring
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
- LNG terminal
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
- Lifts 50–100 t
- Lifts 25–49 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
- Overhead limits
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Quarantine: sanitation
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
- Tugs: salvage
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telefax
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
- Rail
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) | 5,070 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,090 nm |
| Hai Phong | 4,530 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Kristiansund, with full port guides:
- Gothenburg · 350 nm
- Aarhus · 420 nm
- Helsinki (Vuosaari) · 530 nm
- Wilhelmshaven (JadeWeserPort) · 570 nm
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. 182 (Enroute) - North and West Coasts of Norway.
Frequently asked questions about Kristiansund
Where is Port of Kristiansund?
Kristiansund (Norway) lies on the Norwegian Sea, at about 63.11°N, 7.74°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Kristiansund?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE NOKSU for Kristiansund. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Kristiansund?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 9.8 m for Kristiansund. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Kristiansund have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Kristiansund. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Kristiansund from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,070 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 4,530 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Gothenburg, Aarhus, Helsinki (Vuosaari).
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Kristiansund?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Kristiansund 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.