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Port of Helguvik

ISHEL🇮🇸Iceland

Port Location

About Port of Helguvik

Helguvik is a seaport in Iceland, historically handling bulk carriers, general cargo, and tankers. It is situated near Keflavík.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Atlantic
Sub-area
Iceland
Latitude
64.0209°
Longitude
-22.5517°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ISHEL
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Time Zone
UTC+0

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q134881375 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Helguvik?+
The approach to Helguvik is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hólmsberg Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Vatnsnes (1.2 NM SSE), Sandgerði (4.4 NM WNW), Garðskagi (5.1 NM NW), Gerðistangi (5.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Helguvik on?+
The Port of Helguvik is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in IS. 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 Helguvik?+
You can track vessels near Helguvik (ISHEL) 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 ISHEL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Helguvik?+
The Port of Helguvik 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 Helguvik?+
HELGUVIK (UN/Locode: ISHEL), Iceland is a seaport located at approximately 64.02095° N, -22.55168° E.
Where is the Port of Helguvik located?+
Coordinates: 64.02095° N, -22.55168° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KEFLAVIK — UN/Locode: ISKEF — 64.00244° N, -22.54880° EKEFLAVIKURKAUPSTADUR — UN/Locode: ISKEV — 64.00000° N, -22.55000° EGRINDAVIK — UN/Locode: ISGRI — 63.83792° N, -22.43035° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Helguvik?+
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 Helguvik?+
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 Helguvik?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.