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Port of Orkanger

NOORK🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Orkanger

Also known as: Thamshamn, Thamshavn

Orkanger is a harbor located at the head of the Orkdal Fjord, an arm of the Trondheimsfjord in Norway. It serves as a commercial center for the surrounding municipality.

Background
Orkanger is a town and the administrative centre of Orkland Municipality in Trøndelag county, Norway. The town sits at the end of the Orkdal Fjord, an arm of the Trondheimsfjord. Orkanger is the commercial centre of Orkland Municipality and it is the site of the Orkanger Church. It was established as a "town" in 2014.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
71m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

History

Established
1920

Terminals

ORKANGER CONTAINER TERMINAL

ORKLA SHIPPING & TRADING AS

Industrihavnveien 66, 7300 Orkanger, Norway

trondheimhavn.no →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOORK
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NO-16
Area
Norwegian Coast
Latitude
63.3204°
Longitude
9.8654°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3134644 →
Wikidata
Q6516399 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Orkanger?+
The approach to Orkanger is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rødbergsneset Lighthouse at 10.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Skansen (15.3 NM ENE), Brattøra Ytre Havna (15.8 NM ENE), Munkholmen (16 NM ENE), Lade Molja (16.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Orkanger?+
The Port of Orkanger 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 Orkanger?+
You can track vessels near Orkanger (NOORK) 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 NOORK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Orkanger?+
The Port of Orkanger 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.