Fishing sustained Kirkenes until iron ore was discovered nearby in 1902, turning this Bøkfjord settlement close to the Barents Sea into an ore-shipping town; the Sydvaranger operation has since run on and off. Today the port combines fish handling, services for the Russian trawler fleet and a supply base for offshore oil and gas. It marks the turning point of the Hurtigruten coastal route and is positioned as a transhipment link between the Northern Maritime Corridor and the Northern Sea Route. Icebreaker support keeps it open through the Arctic winter. Just 240 km from Murmansk, its location carries clear strategic weight. Container liner capability is limited, so larger boxed volumes route via Tromsø or Murmansk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Kirkenes?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Kirkenes is NO KKN. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Kirkenes located?▼

The port of Kirkenes is located in Norway (Barents Sea; Arctic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Kirkenes?▼

Kirkenes is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Kirkenes?▼

The channel depth of Kirkenes is 23.2 meters.

Location & Weather

69.72972, 30.06889

Channel depth: 23.2 m

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