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Skagastrond
Key data
updated Jul 2022Size limits
LOA 22.0m, beam 5.0m, draught 4.0m.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skagastrond Terminal | 4.00 m | — | 4 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Jul 2022Approach
The approach to Skagastrond and the anchorage is indicated by the alignment on a bearing of 082°, of a beacon standing on the shore at Holanes with the tower of a new church situated 224m E. There is a light exhibited from each mark.
Anchorages
Anchorage located in a depth of approx 13m, good holding ground, lies approx 0.25nm SSW of Spakonufellshofdhi. The anchorage is not good in unsettled weather, in spite of good holding ground, as there is no shelter from onshore gales. If approaching from the N in low visibility, allowance should be made for the strong N-going currents which set along the coast.
Charts and publications
BA 2899. Admiralty Pilot NP11, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010Communications
VHF: Ch 6 and 12.
Inspections
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.
Port services
updated Jul 2022Repairs
Available for vessels up to 150 tonnes.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Fuel oil: Available.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Heilbrigðisstofnunin Sauðárkróki, 54.5km.
Transport
Nearest airport: Blönduós Airport, 25.6km.
About Skagastrond
updated Jul 2022Where it is
Skagastrond is located on the S side of the Spakonufellshofdhi peninsula.
The port
The harbour suitable for small craft. The port is known as fishing port and mostly handles fish.
Questions about Skagastrond
What time zone is Skagastrond in?
Local time at Skagastrond is UTC+0. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at Skagastrond?
The deepest berth listed is at Skagastrond Terminal: 4.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
Which load line zone is Skagastrond 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 Skagastrond?
Port State Control at Skagastrond: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Skagastrond?
The UN/LOCODE of Skagastrond is ISSKA.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Skagastrond 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.