Seaport · Greenland
Port of Nanortalik Havn
Nanortalik Havn (Greenland) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 560). It lies on the Labrador Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLJNN
- World Port Index no.
- 560
- Coordinates
- 60.12°N, 45.20°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Labrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Greenland West Coast
- Other names
- Nanortalik
- Repairs
- Limited
- Dry dock
- None
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 | 26.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 3.4 m |
| Tidal range | 3.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 114.0 m |
| Max vessel beam | 22.7 m |
| Max vessel draft | 8.3 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Med. mooring
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- 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
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- 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) | 6,350 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 6,360 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,760 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Nanortalik Havn, 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 Nanortalik Havn
Where is Port of Nanortalik Havn?
Nanortalik Havn (Greenland) lies on the Labrador Sea, at about 60.12°N, 45.20°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Nanortalik Havn?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLJNN for Nanortalik Havn. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Nanortalik Havn?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 114.0 m, beam 22.7 m, draft 8.3 m for Nanortalik Havn. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Nanortalik Havn have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Nanortalik Havn. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Nanortalik Havn from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 6,350 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,760 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 Nanortalik Havn?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Nanortalik Havn 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.