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AasiaatGL JEG
(Egedesminde)
SmallCoastal (Natural)Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
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UNLOCODEGL JEG
Water BodyBaffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth23.2 m
Lat68.7108
Lng-52.8683
Classificationfeeder_20260916
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About This Seaport
Frozen fish and shellfish — cold-water shrimp and halibut from Royal Greenland, plus a Polar Seafood shrimp plant — form the backbone of what moves through Aasiaat, a small port on Disko Bay. Royal Arctic Line calls here on its container feeder network, routing boxes via the Nuuk hub to Aalborg in Denmark rather than offering direct international liner service. Operations are seasonal, concentrated in the largely ice-free months from May to December. Handling is modest: a single berth of about 150 metres taking up to two vessels, with annual throughput well below 50,000 TEU, geared to community resupply and the fishing industry. Because no roads link Greenland's settlements, onward movement runs by sea or air, so there is no conventional hinterland. Shippers with larger or customs-heavy consignments should look to Nuuk, with Sisimiut and Ilulissat as regional alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Aasiaat?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Aasiaat is GL JEG. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Aasiaat located?▼
The port of Aasiaat is located in Greenland (Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Aasiaat?▼
Aasiaat is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Aasiaat?▼
The channel depth of Aasiaat is 23.2 meters.
Location & Weather
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68.71083, -52.86833
Channel depth: 23.2 m
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