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NarsaqGLJNS
Very SmallCoastal (Natural)Labrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
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UNLOCODEGLJNS
Water BodyLabrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
SizeVery Small
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth23.2 m
Lat60.9167
Lng-46.0500
Classificationfeeder_202606
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About This Seaport
Founded as an 18th-century trading post where hunters bartered blubber and furs for European goods, Narsaq in southern Greenland has since shifted from sealing to fishing under Royal Greenland. Its natural deep-water harbour, served by Royal Arctic Line, handles more than 50,000 tonnes a year, mostly general cargo and containers on feeder rotations. An L-shaped commercial wharf takes vessels of about 150 m at a 9.5 m draught and offers bunkering. Because Greenland's towns have no connecting roads, all hinterland supply runs by coastal shipping, with containers reaching Europe via transhipment at Nuuk onward to Aalborg. For larger volumes or ocean services, Qaqortoq and the hub port of Nuuk are the nearest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Narsaq?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Narsaq is GLJNS. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Narsaq located?▼
The port of Narsaq is located in Greenland (Labrador Sea; North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Narsaq?▼
Narsaq is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Narsaq?▼
The channel depth of Narsaq is 23.2 meters.
Location & Weather
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60.91667, -46.05000
Channel depth: 23.2 m
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