Russia

Port of Novorossiysk (RU NVS)

UN/LOCODE
RU NVS
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
12.5 m
Body of water
Black Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Russia
Port of Novorossiysk, Russia © Arthur Vanzetti · CC BY 3.0
Port information
Region
RU-KDA
Coordinates
44.7167, 37.7833 (44°43′N 37°47′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
9.4 m
Oil terminal depth
23.2 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#181
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #181
122.07
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 122.07

Novorossiysk operates as a working harbor in Russia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Novorossiysk. Draft at the approach to Novorossiysk is constrained by a 12.5 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Novorossiysk located?
Novorossiysk is a seaport in Russia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Novorossiysk?
The UN/LOCODE for Novorossiysk is RU NVS.
What is the channel depth at Novorossiysk?
The channel depth at Novorossiysk is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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