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Port of Straumsvik

ISSTR🇮🇸Iceland

Port Location

About Port of Straumsvik

Straumsvik is a coastal natural harbor in Iceland. It handles bulk carriers, with facilities for wharf and anchorage loading/offloading. The port offers good holding ground and turning areas.

Current Conditions

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Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
North Atlantic
Sub-area
Iceland
Latitude
64.0450°
Longitude
-22.0433°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
75 →
Wikidata
Q111386459 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Straumsvik?+
The approach to Straumsvik is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SE. Other aids include Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) (2.6 NM NE), Hafnarfjörður (2.8 NM ENE), Reykjavík (Sjomannaskolinn, Seaman's School) (6.8 NM NNE), Grótta (7.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Straumsvik on?+
The Port of Straumsvik 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 Straumsvik?+
You can track vessels near Straumsvik (ISSTR) 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 ISSTR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Straumsvik?+
The Port of Straumsvik 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 Straumsvik?+
STRAUMSVIK (UN/Locode: ISSTR), Iceland is a seaport located at approximately 64.04498° N, -22.04329° E.
Where is the Port of Straumsvik located?+
Coordinates: 64.04498° N, -22.04329° E. Nearby terminals/ports:HAFNARFJORDUR — UN/Locode: ISHAF — 64.06650° N, -21.97550° EREYKJAVIK — UN/Locode: ISREY — 64.14970° N, -21.87011° EHELGUVIK — UN/Locode: ISHEL — 64.02095° N, -22.55168° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Straumsvik?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Straumsvik?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Straumsvik?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: 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: available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Straumsvik?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.