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Port of Menstad

NOMEN🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Menstad

Menstad is a canal port located in Skien municipality, Norway. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the Telemark Canal.

Background
Menstad er en bydel i Skien kommune i Telemark, men regnes ofte som en del av Borgestad. Menstad er mest kjent for Menstadslaget, som fant sted i 1931. Her ligger blant annet Menstad Ungdomsskole.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Region

Subdivision
NO-08
Latitude
59.1667°
Longitude
9.6333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOMEN
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11812032 →
Wikidata
Q11989051 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Menstad?+
The approach to Menstad is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Skien Lighthouse Lighthouse at 2.8 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Saltbuodden (5.1 NM S), Midtfjordskjær (6.8 NM S), Steinholmen (7 NM S), Krabberød (7.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Menstad?+
The Port of Menstad 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 Menstad?+
You can track vessels near Menstad (NOMEN) 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 NOMEN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Menstad?+
The Port of Menstad 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.