Seaport · Norway
Port of Sandnes
Sandnes (Norway) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 23470). It lies on the North Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Norway
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- NOSAS
- World Port Index no.
- 23470
- Coordinates
- 58.87°N, 5.75°E
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- River (basins)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Norway
- Repairs
- Limited
- Railway (slipway)
- Small
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 4.9 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 20.1 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 12.5 m |
| Tidal range | 1.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 198.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 11.0 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 25–49 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Quarantine: sanitation
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- 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) | 5,190 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,210 nm |
| Hai Phong | 4,670 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Sandnes, 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. 182 (Enroute) - North and West Coasts of Norway.
Frequently asked questions about Sandnes
Where is Port of Sandnes?
Sandnes (Norway) lies on the North Sea, at about 58.87°N, 5.75°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Sandnes?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE NOSAS for Sandnes. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Sandnes?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 198.0 m, draft 11.0 m for Sandnes. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Sandnes have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Sandnes. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Sandnes from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,190 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 4,670 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Gothenburg, Aarhus, Wilhelmshaven (JadeWeserPort).
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Sandnes?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Sandnes 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.