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Port of Melbu

NOMEL🇳🇴Norway

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About Port of Melbu

Melbu is a port located in Nordland county, Norway. It serves as a hub for local fishing and aquaculture industries. The port handles fish products and supplies for offshore operations.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NO-18
Area
Norwegian Coast
Latitude
68.4980°
Longitude
14.8065°

Identification

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Melbu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haugkleppan Lighthouse at 1.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Dragneset (5.9 NM NNW), Ersholmene (8.4 NM E), Raftsund (8.8 NM SE), Lonkanneset (10.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Melbu on?

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The Port of Melbu 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 Melbu?

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You can track vessels near Melbu (NOMEL) 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 NOMEL on the live map.

Where is the Port of Melbu?

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The Port of Melbu is a port in NO. Its UN/LOCODE is NOMEL — 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 NOMEL 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 Melbu?

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The Port of Melbu 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.