Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn

GLKAN🇬🇱Greenland

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About Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn

Kangerlussuaq Havn is a harbor in Greenland. It serves as a key logistical hub, facilitating the transfer of goods and personnel to and from the interior of the country.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Latitude
66.9667°
Longitude
-50.9333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GLKAN
Country
🇬🇱Greenland
Time Zone
UTC-2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn on?

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The Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn is situated on the Arctic Ocean in GL. The area falls within the polar climate zone with ice conditions for much of the year, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Kangerlussuaq Havn (GLKAN) 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 Kangerlussuaq Havn?

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The Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn is a port in GL. Its UN/LOCODE is GLKAN — 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 GLKAN mean?

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The first two characters, GL, are the ISO country code for GL. 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 Kangerlussuaq Havn?

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The Port of Kangerlussuaq Havn operates in the UTC-2 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.