PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Qaqortoq
Pilot
updated May 2010Not compulsory but advisable. Unlicensed pilot is available by arrangement with Port Operator. Vessels should send request for pilot through Qaqortoq, callsign "OXF" or by VHF. Pilot boards off Akia or by arrangement.
Key data
updated Jul 2017Size limits
Draught 6.5m.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.
Tides
Range 2.8m springs, 1.4m neaps.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qaqortoq Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Jul 2017Anchorages
Contact port officials for anchor positions.
Restrictions
Contact port officials for further information.
Mooring
Contact port officials.
Charts and publications
BA 240, 276. Admiralty Pilot NP12, NP286(5).
Reporting before arrival
updated Sep 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
To be advised to Port Operator, 24 hours prior to arrival.
Communications
VHF: Qaqortoq Radio, VHF Ch 16.
Documents
A Cargo Manifest is required.
Customs and immigration
If there is anything to declare, contact the port office.
Inspections
ISPS
For ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Jul 2017Repairs
Available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Limited supplies of marine diesel can be obtained.
Medical
Qaqortoq Hospital, 0.7km.
Crew change
Available.
Transport
Nearest airport: Qaqortog Heliport, 0.5km.
Working hours
Normally 0700-1700hrs.
About Qaqortoq
updated Jul 2017Where it is
Qaqortoq, also known as Julianehab, is situated in Julianehaabs Fjord.
The port
The port handles general cargo, container and passenger.
Questions about Qaqortoq
What are the pilot arrangements at Qaqortoq?
Not compulsory but advisable.
What time zone is Qaqortoq in?
Local time at Qaqortoq is UTC−2. Clocks go to UTC−1 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−2 on 31 Oct 2027.
What is the water density at Qaqortoq?
1025.
Which load line zone is Qaqortoq in?
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Qaqortoq?
The UN/LOCODE of Qaqortoq is GLJJU.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Qaqortoq say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.