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Port of Balsfjord

NOBAF🇳🇴Norway

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About Port of Balsfjord

Balsfjord is a Norwegian port located in the Troms og Finnmark county. It serves as a local cargo handling point.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOBAF
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1

Region

Subdivision
NO-19
Latitude
69.2333°
Longitude
19.2333°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Balsfjord is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Stønnesbotnen (Stønnesbotn, Gavlholmen) Lighthouse at 10.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Sultindvikneset (17.5 NM WNW), Klavikneset (22.2 NM NW), Rystraumen (22.2 NM NNW), Lanesgrunnen (24.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Balsfjord on?

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The Port of Balsfjord is situated on the Norwegian Sea in NO. 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 Balsfjord?

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You can track vessels near Balsfjord (NOBAF) 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 NOBAF on the live map.

Where is the Port of Balsfjord?

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The Port of Balsfjord is a port in NO. Its UN/LOCODE is NOBAF — 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 NOBAF mean?

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The first two characters, NO, are the ISO country code for NO. 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 Balsfjord?

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The Port of Balsfjord operates in the UTC+1 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.