Seaport · Greenland
Port of Qasigiannguit-Christianshab
Qasigiannguit-Christianshab (Greenland) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 790). It lies on the Baffin Bay.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLJCH
- World Port Index no.
- 790
- Coordinates
- 68.82°N, 51.18°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Main use
- Cargo
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
- WPI region
- Greenland West Coast
- Other names
- Kasigianguit
- Repairs
- 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 | 20.0 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 13.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 8.0 m |
| Tidal range | 2.8 m |
| Entrance width | 200.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 8.5 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Ice
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- Good holding ground
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Local assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Radio
- 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) | 5,940 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,950 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,340 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Qasigiannguit-Christianshab, 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 Qasigiannguit-Christianshab
Where is Port of Qasigiannguit-Christianshab?
Qasigiannguit-Christianshab (Greenland) lies on the Baffin Bay, at about 68.82°N, 51.18°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Qasigiannguit-Christianshab?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLJCH for Qasigiannguit-Christianshab. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Qasigiannguit-Christianshab?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 8.5 m for Qasigiannguit-Christianshab. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Qasigiannguit-Christianshab from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,940 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,340 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 Qasigiannguit-Christianshab?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Qasigiannguit-Christianshab 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.