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Port of Svelgen

NOSVE🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Svelgen

Svelgen is a port located at the eastern end of Nordgulen fjord in Norway. It serves as a local hub, with facilities to handle various cargo types.

Background
Svelgen is the administrative centre of Bremanger Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village is located at the eastern end of the Nordgulen fjord and at the mouth of the Svelgselva river. The Bortne Tunnel is located about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) north of the village, connecting it to the northern parts of the municipality. Svelgen Chapel is the local church—part of the national Church of Norway.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NO-14
Area
Norwegian Coast
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
61.7709°
Longitude
5.2885°

Terminals

ELKEM BREMANGER TERMINAL

ELKEM BREMANGER

Smelteverk, gnr 37 Bnr 9, 6723 Svelgen, Norway

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Identification

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

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q1618217 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Svelgen?+
The approach to Svelgen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ospenes Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Norsk Fyrliste (9.5 NM WSW), Skavøypollen (9.7 NM NNW), Helgøy (9.8 NM S), Olaskjær (10.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Svelgen on?+
The Port of Svelgen 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 Svelgen?+
You can track vessels near Svelgen (NOSVE) 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 NOSVE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Svelgen?+
The Port of Svelgen 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.