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Port of Kårstø

NOKAR🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Kårstø

Kårstø is a major offshore natural gas processing and export terminal located on the Boknafjorden in Norway. It handles refined natural gas and condensate from North Sea fields, serving as Europe's largest export port for natural gas liquids.

Background
Kårstø is an industrial facility located along the Boknafjorden near the village of Susort in Tysvær Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The site features a number of natural gas processing plants that refine natural gas and condensate from the fields in the northern parts of the North Sea, including the Åsgard, Mikkel, and Sleipner gas fields. The Kårstø processing complex is Europe's biggest export port for natural gas liquids (NGL) and the third largest in the world. The industrial site is also the location for the now-closed Kårstø Power Station.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Gassco

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOKAR
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
NO-11
Area
Norwegian Coast
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
59.2724°
Longitude
5.5005°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
23451 →
GeoNames ID
11886742 →
Wikidata
Q4579309 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kårstø?+
The approach to Kårstø is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ognaskjæret Lighthouse at 1.4 NM to the SW. Other aids include Årviksund (1.5 NM ESE), Boknaflæet (1.7 NM W), Austboen (3.2 NM SSW), Rovetærne (3.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Kårstø on?+
The Port of Kårstø is situated on the North Sea in NO. 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 Kårstø?+
You can track vessels near Kårstø (NOKAR) 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 NOKAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kårstø?+
The Port of Kårstø 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.