Seaport · Greenland
Port of Narsaq
Narsaq (Greenland) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 585). It lies on the Labrador Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLJNS
- World Port Index no.
- 585
- Coordinates
- 60.92°N, 46.05°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Labrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Greenland West Coast
- Repairs
- Moderate
- 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 | 20.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 8.0 m |
| Tidal range | 3.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 135.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 7.5 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Med. mooring
- Ro-ro
- 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
- Turning area
- Port security
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Local assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- Radio
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) | 6,310 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 6,330 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,720 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Narsaq, 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 Narsaq
Where is Port of Narsaq?
Narsaq (Greenland) lies on the Labrador Sea, at about 60.92°N, 46.05°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Narsaq?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLJNS for Narsaq. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Narsaq?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 135.0 m, draft 7.5 m for Narsaq. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Narsaq have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Narsaq. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Narsaq from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 6,310 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,720 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 Narsaq?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Narsaq 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.