Siglufjordur

Size limits

LOA 200m, draught 9.0m.

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 1.6m (springs), 0.5m (neaps).

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

By day, Siglufjordur has easy access if due attention is paid to the following marks for clearing Hellubodhar.

Thorhildarvogur (66°10.0'N 018°40.0'W) open NE of the coast NW of Hedhinsfjordhur, kept bearing more than 140°, clears NE of the dangers off Siglunes, including the 5.5m patch lying 1.25nm E of the light structure.

Saudhanes Light structure, aligned with the beacon close SW on a bearing of 221°, leads to the fjord entrance clear NW of the dangers off Siglunes.

At night, vessels should remain in a white sector of Selvikurnef Light between the bearing of 153° and 160° to within approx 0.8nm of the light structure, then alter course S into the white sector of the light at the head of the fjord between the bearings of 199° and 202°.

Anchorages

Anchorage can be obtained E of the harbour in depths ranging from 25-30m, with good holding ground. Gales from the N cause heavy seas so vessels may seek anchorage in the small bay SW of Siglunes.

Tugs

Available.

Charts and publications

BA 2977, 2956. Admiralty Pilot NP11, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

To be advised to agent 72, 48, 24 and 12 hours prior to vessels arrival. Cargo information if applicable to be advised together with any requirements which master might need the agent to arrange.

Communications

Nes Radio at Nordfjordur is recommended for use in passing messages at long range. Radio station operates throughout 24 hours. International frequency is 2182kHz. Working frequency for Nes Radio is: Land 1761kHz, ship 2105kHz. Callsign "TFX", Siglufjordur Radio.

Inmarsat communication is possible.

VHF: Ch 16, 24, 26, 27.

Tel: +354 4649177, Fax: +354 4649179.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered as per Charter Party.

Documents

Documents are required by customs, agent and receivers if cargo onboard.

Icelandic Customs use their own forms, for Master's Report, Health Declaration and Ship's Stores Declaration. Customs officer delivers them onboard upon arrival in the first port.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowance for master, chief engineer and chief mate is 2 bottles of spirits, 1 carton of cigarettes and 2 cases of beer. For crew the allowance is 1 of each. Penalties for non-compliance are a fine and the goods are confiscated.

Immigration: There are no special immigration procedures and formalities. Customs will grant free pratique to vessels.

When disembarking crew/passengers, immigration has to give their permission.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Icelandic Maritime Administration.

Position: Project Manager, Ship and Port Facility Security.

Address: PO Box 120, Vesturvor 2, IS-202 Kopavogur, Iceland.

Tel: +354 560 0000.

Fax: +354 560 0060.

Mob: +354 893 4793

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.sigling.is

Port Security Information:

Person responsible for Port Security: Sigurdur Gretarsson (Head, Harbour Division).

Tel: +354 560 0000.

Email: [email protected]

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org.

Repairs

Available. Moderate sized vessels can be repaired. A diver is available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available in general grades only.

Medical

Siglufjordur Hospital, 1km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Siglufjordur Airport, 2km.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1200hrs and 1300-1500hrs. Overtime can be arranged.

Where it is

Siglufjord is located on the N coast of Iceland and entered between Siglunes (66°12.0'N 018°52.0'W) and Saudhanes 2.25nm WSW.

The port

Siglufjord is one of the largest fishing ports in Iceland. It is subject to incursions of polar ice but during the summer, on account of its good access and position, it is one of the best harbours of refuge on this coast.

There are several piers and wharves inside the North Mole whose protection has been increased by the building of a new breakwater 130m in length located SE of Hafnargardur. The port handles general cargo, cruise and passengers.

Traffic

Approx 120,500t of cargo handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Siglufjordur?

Available for Siglufjordur (compulsory) and Eyjafjordhur.

What time zone is Siglufjordur in?

Local time at Siglufjordur is UTC+0. No summer time.

What is the water density at Siglufjordur?

1025.

Which load line zone is Siglufjordur in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.

Who carries out Port State Control at Siglufjordur?

Port State Control at Siglufjordur: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Siglufjordur?

The UN/LOCODE of Siglufjordur is ISSIG.

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