Seaport · Russia
Port of Ust Luga
Ust Luga (Russia) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 28410). It lies on the Gulf of Finland.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Russia
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- RUULU
- World Port Index no.
- 28410
- Coordinates
- 59.67°N, 28.32°E
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- River (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Gulf of Finland; Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Russia
- Other names
- Reka Luga
- Repairs
- Emergency only
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 3.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 6.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 14.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 291.9 m |
| Max vessel beam | 50.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 15.5 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Floating cranes
Entrance restrictions
- Ice
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- Good holding ground
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
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) | 4,500 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 4,520 nm |
| Hai Phong | 3,980 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Ust Luga, 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. 195 (Enroute) - Gulf of Finland and Gulf of Bothnia.
Frequently asked questions about Ust Luga
Where is Port of Ust Luga?
Ust Luga (Russia) lies on the Gulf of Finland, at about 59.67°N, 28.32°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Ust Luga?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE RUULU for Ust Luga. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Ust Luga?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 291.9 m, beam 50.0 m, draft 15.5 m for Ust Luga. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Ust Luga have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Ust Luga. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Ust Luga from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 4,500 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 3,980 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Helsinki (Vuosaari), Gdynia, Gdańsk.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Ust Luga?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Ust Luga 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.