Greenland

Port of Illulissat (Jakobshavn) (GL JAV)

UN/LOCODE
GL JAV
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
11 m
Body of water
Baffin Bay; Arctic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Greenland
Port of Illulissat (Jakobshavn), Greenland © U.S. Department of State from United States · Public domain
Port information
Also known as
Iliussat
Coordinates
69.2167, -51.1000 (69°13′N 51°06′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Harbor use
Fishing
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
2.8 m
Anchorage depth
20 m
Cargo pier depth
6.9 m
Oil terminal depth
1.8 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
108.7 m × 21.5 m × 6.5 m
Services
Pilotage available: Yes Repairs: Limited Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Entrance restricted by ice: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Liquid bulk Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions

Illulissat (Jakobshavn) is a seaport on the coast of Greenland, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 11.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Illulissat (Jakobshavn) located?
Illulissat (Jakobshavn) is a seaport in Greenland.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Illulissat (Jakobshavn)?
The UN/LOCODE for Illulissat (Jakobshavn) is GL JAV.
What is the channel depth at Illulissat (Jakobshavn)?
The channel depth at Illulissat (Jakobshavn) is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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