Seaport · Greenland
Port of Uummannaq
Uummannaq (Greenland) is a port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 900). It lies on the Baffin Bay.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Greenland
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GLUMD
- World Port Index no.
- 900
- Coordinates
- 70.67°N, 52.12°W
- Main use
- Cargo
- Waters
- Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
- Other names
- Umanak
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Anchorage depth | 46.0 m |
|---|---|
| Oil terminal depth | 46.0 m |
| Tidal range | 2.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 4.2 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Entrance restrictions
- Ice
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Port security
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
Services
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Potable water
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- 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) | 5,840 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,860 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,240 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Uummannaq, 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 Uummannaq
Where is Port of Uummannaq?
Uummannaq (Greenland) lies on the Baffin Bay, at about 70.67°N, 52.12°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Uummannaq?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GLUMD for Uummannaq. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Uummannaq?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 4.2 m for Uummannaq. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Uummannaq have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Uummannaq. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Uummannaq from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,840 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,240 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 Uummannaq?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Uummannaq 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.