Port of Midsandur

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About Port of Midsandur

Midsandur is a port in Iceland. It served as a whaling station.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Atlantic
Sub-area
Iceland
Latitude
64.3937°
Longitude
-21.4529°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Identification

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

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q16428527 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Midsandur?

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The approach to Midsandur is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Krossvík Fremra Lighthouse at 16.3 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Akranes Directional (16.9 NM WSW), Akranes (17.4 NM WSW), Skarfagarðs (17.8 NM SW), Engey (18 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Midsandur on?

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The Port of Midsandur 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 Midsandur?

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You can track vessels near Midsandur (ISHVR) 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 Midsandur?

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The Port of Midsandur is a port in IS. Its UN/LOCODE is ISHVR — 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 ISHVR mean?

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The first two characters, IS, are the ISO country code for IS. 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 Midsandur?

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The Port of Midsandur 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.