Thorlakshofn

1. Hafnarvik (Thorlakshofn) pilot station Pilot63°51.2′N 021°18.1′W

Size limits

Draught 6.6m, 6,800DWT.

Tides

Range 2.8m (springs), 1.3m (neaps).

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

Approach

From a position about 3nm ESE of Hafnarnes Light, the harbour entrance is approached on the alignment (297°) of the leading lights that stand about 0.25nm NNW of the root of N breakwater. These leading lights lead to a position 0.1nm NE of the harbour entrance.

The entrance has a depth of 6.6m, but the water within the harbour is shoaler. Minimum charted depth between the entrance and the main berths is 3.4m.

Anchorages

May be obtained off Thorlakshofn in 11-15m, good holding ground.

Charts and publications

BA 2733. Icelandic Chart 313. Admiralty Pilot NP11, NP286(2)

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.

Where it is

Thorlakshofn is located on the W shore of Hafnarvik, on the S coast of Iceland.

The port

A harbour for fishing vessels and a ferry service to Vestmannaeyjahofn.

Where does the pilot board at Thorlakshofn?

The pilot boards at Hafnarvik (Thorlakshofn) pilot station, 63°51.2′N 021°18.1′W.

What time zone is Thorlakshofn in?

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

What is the maximum draft at Thorlakshofn?

The deepest berth listed is at Thorlakshofn Terminal: 6.60 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

Who carries out Port State Control at Thorlakshofn?

Port State Control at Thorlakshofn: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Thorlakshofn?

The UN/LOCODE of Thorlakshofn is ISTHH.

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