Runavík

Runavík


The port of Runavik is the biggest and most developed port in Skálafjørõur.

The port is capable of providing services for all types of vessels and is prepared to solve all problems within shipping. It has become a new destination for cruise liners and is capable of receiving large vessels.

The Municipality of Runavik has recently invested substantially in the infrastructure including new quayside and cargo areas.



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Making A Run For Runavík, in the Faroe Islands

Green is the predominant color on EysturoyOverview The Norwegian 19th century writer Henrik Wergeland may have made a premature statement when he claimed that "Nowhere is the grass greener." Wergeland had probably never seen the Faroe Islands wh … Read more

Runavik launches website

Runavik launched its website - www.portofrunavik.fo - in March as part of a new drive to attract cruiseships. The port in the Faroe Islands has had 20 calls since 2005, including Amadea last year, and is keen to welcome more.

“We have now made a business plan. We have strategic planning and goals. We are working on marketing material, the web page and brochures,” explained Rannva Troest, marketing coordinator Port of Runavik.

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Runavik joins Cruise Europe

Runavik in the Faroe Islands is the newest member of Cruise Europe, having signed up two weeks ago.Read more

Lat: 62°6'36" N

Lon: 6°16'48" W


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Max. Draught (m):12
Max. Air draught (m):no restrictions
Anchorage Available:yes
Anchorage Compulsory:no
Pilotage Compulsory:as regulation
Tugs Available:yes
Ship Stay Minimum (hrs):no limit
Ship Stay Maximum (hrs):no limit
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