Port of LEIRVIK

FOLVK🇫🇴Faroe Islands

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About Port of LEIRVIK

Also known as: Ved Hulken, Vidh Holkin, Við Hólkin

Leirvík is a harbor on the Faroe Islands. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is operated by Strandfaraskip Landsins.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11m
Channel Depth
14ft
Elevation
37m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Strandfaraskip Landsins

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FOLVK
Country
🇫🇴Faroe Islands
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
QUAY (Quay)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
62.2120°
Longitude
-6.7050°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32702 →
GeoNames ID
2610298 →
Wikidata
Q113463644 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of LEIRVIK?

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The controlling depth at LEIRVIK is 11 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

What sea or ocean is the Port of LEIRVIK on?

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The Port of LEIRVIK is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in FO. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of LEIRVIK?

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You can track vessels near LEIRVIK (FOLVK) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of LEIRVIK?

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The Port of LEIRVIK is a port in FO. Its UN/LOCODE is FOLVK — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE FOLVK mean?

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The first two characters, FO, are the ISO country code for FO. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of LEIRVIK?

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The Port of LEIRVIK operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.