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Port of Hvammstangi

ISHVM🇮🇸Iceland

Port Location

About Port of Hvammstangi

Hvammstangi is a small Icelandic seaport on the Miðfjörður, historically serving fishing and general cargo vessels. It is located on the Vatnsnes peninsula in the northwest of the country.

Background
Hvammstangi is an Icelandic village in the north-west part of the country, on Vatnsnes peninsula, situated on the Miðfjörður.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Atlantic
Sub-area
Iceland
Latitude
65.3947°
Longitude
-20.9469°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q1639538 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.northwest.is →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hvammstangi?+
The approach to Hvammstangi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Skarð Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Drangnes Area Lighthouses Grímsey í Steingrímsfirði (21.5 NM NW), Malarhorn (21.5 NM NW), Hólmavik (26 NM NW), Skagaströnd Range Rear (30.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hvammstangi on?+
The Port of Hvammstangi 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 Hvammstangi?+
You can track vessels near Hvammstangi (ISHVM) 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 ISHVM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hvammstangi?+
The Port of Hvammstangi 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 Hvammstangi?+
HVAMMSTANGI (UN/Locode: ISHVM), Iceland is a seaport located at approximately 65.39468° N, -20.94694° E.
Where is the Port of Hvammstangi located?+
Coordinates: 65.39468° N, -20.94694° E. Nearby terminals/ports:REYKHOLAR — UN/Locode: ISRHA — 65.42384° N, -22.20706° ESAUDARKROKUR — UN/Locode: ISSAU — 65.75350° N, -19.64600° ESTYKKISHOLMUR — UN/Locode: ISSTY — 65.07401° N, -22.73200° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Hvammstangi?+
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 Hvammstangi?+
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 Hvammstangi?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing and General Cargo.