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Port of Kjøpmannskjær

NOKMS🇳🇴Norway

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About Port of Kjøpmannskjær

Also known as: Sandodden

Kjøpmannskjær is a pier located on the southern shore of the island of Nøtterøy, Norway. It serves as a local landing and loading point.

Background
Kjøpmannskjær is a village in Færder Municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. The village is located on the southern shore of the island of Nøtterøy, about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) east of the village of Tenvik, about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) north of the village of Sundene, and about 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi) south of the village of Skjerve. The village of Strengsdal lies about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) to the east along the southern shore of the island.

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GeoNames ID
12080388 →
Wikidata
Q6419518 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOKMS
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NO-07
Area
Norwegian Coast
Sub-area
Skagerrak
Latitude
59.1743°
Longitude
10.3880°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kjøpmannskjær is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse at 3.9 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Færder: Nøtterøy Lighthouses (4.6 NM NNE), Huikjæla (5 NM E), Torgersøy (5.7 NM NE), Verdens Ende (7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kjøpmannskjær?

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The Port of Kjøpmannskjær is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Kjøpmannskjær?

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You can track vessels near Kjøpmannskjær (NOKMS) 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 NOKMS on the live map.

Where is the Port of Kjøpmannskjær?

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The Port of Kjøpmannskjær is a port in NO. Its UN/LOCODE is NOKMS — 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 NOKMS 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 Kjøpmannskjær?

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The Port of Kjøpmannskjær 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.