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Port of Strendur

FOSTR🇫🇴Faroe Islands

Port Location

About Port of Strendur

Also known as: Port of Kongshavn

Strendur is a port in the Faroe Islands situated on the Skálafjørður fjord. It handles container, fishing, general cargo, passenger, Ro Ro, and tanker vessels. The port offers good shelter and is accessible to various vessel types.

Background
Strendur is a village on the Faroese island of Eysturoy, located along the Skálafjørður fjord. It is the seat and main settlement of the Sjóvar Municipality.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
64m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32700 →
GeoNames ID
2618456 →
Wikidata
Q1025132 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portoftorshavn.fo →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FOSTR
Country
🇫🇴Faroe Islands
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
62.1072°
Longitude
-6.7588°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Strendur on?+
The Port of Strendur 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 Strendur?+
You can track vessels near Strendur (FOSTR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for FOSTR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Strendur?+
The Port of Strendur 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.
What is the Port of Strendur?+
STRENDUR (UN/Locode: FOSTR), Faroe Islands (the) is a seaport located at approximately 62.10723° N, -6.75876° E.
Where is the Port of Strendur located?+
Coordinates: 62.10723° N, -6.75876° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TOFTIR — UN/Locode: FOTOF — 62.09446° N, -6.74116° ERUNAVIK — UN/Locode: FORVK — 62.11743° N, -6.72650° ESKALI — UN/Locode: FOSKA — 62.15850° N, -6.78150° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Strendur?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Strendur?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Strendur?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro, Special Craft and Tanker.