Greenland

Port of Sisimiut (GL JHS)

UN/LOCODE
GL JHS
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
23.2 m
Nearest city
Sisimiut
Body of water
Davis Strait; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
No
Greenland
Port information
Also known as
Holsteinsborg
Coordinates
66.9167, -53.7000 (66°55′N 53°42′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Harbor use
Cargo
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
4.4 m
Anchorage depth
30 m
Cargo pier depth
11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
7.6 m
Services
Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Moderate Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Entrance restricted by ice: Yes
Facilities
Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Liquid bulk Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
8.07
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 8.07

Sisimiut 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 23.2 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Sisimiut located?
Sisimiut is a seaport in Greenland.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Sisimiut?
The UN/LOCODE for Sisimiut is GL JHS.
What is the channel depth at Sisimiut?
The channel depth at Sisimiut is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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