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Grenaa Port is the seaport of Grenaa, in the city of Grenaain Denmark. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is DKGRE.
Grenaa Port (DKGRE) — Port Overview
Grenaa, Denmark · East coast of Jutland · Baltic and North European logistics gateway
Grenaa Port is a medium-sized Danish seaport on the east coast of Jutland, approximately 60 kilometres from Aarhus. The port is divided into six basins and supports container and Ro-Ro operations alongside general cargo and bulk handling. Its cargo profile is diversified: grain, seed, stone and paper are identified as principal exports, while coal, phosphates, saltpetre, oil, chemicals, wood products and paper pulp are among the import streams. Our platform treats Grenaa as a regional multipurpose port where cargo planning should be matched to the confirmed terminal, vessel type, equipment and onward inland connection rather than assumed from a standard container-port schedule.
| UN/LOCODE | DKGRE |
|---|---|
| Country / city | Denmark / Grenaa |
| Coordinates | 56.4125000, 10.9255000 |
| Reported annual cargo volume | Approximately 1,300,000 tonnes |
| Reported vessel calls | Approximately 500 vessels annually |
| Recorded vessel limits | Maximum length 207 m; maximum draught 8.6 m; maximum deadweight 61,175 t |
Key Highlights
Multipurpose profile
The port combines container and Ro-Ro facilities with general cargo and bulk activity, making cargo-specific confirmation essential before booking.
Jutland access
Its east-Jutland location provides a practical regional gateway for Danish and nearby Scandinavian cargo, with inland routing normally arranged by road or a multimodal solution.
Bulk and forest-product relevance
Bulk commodities, grain, wood pellets, chips, logs and paper pulp require careful attention to cargo density, moisture protection and handling instructions.
Draft and vessel compatibility
The recorded maximum draught and vessel dimensions are planning references only; actual acceptance depends on berth, tide, cargo condition and port confirmation.
Facilities & Services
- Container handling: Container facilities are available. Our service team confirms terminal acceptance, equipment availability, cut-off arrangements and whether the shipment is handled as standard FCL, special equipment or project cargo.
- Ro-Ro capability: Ro-Ro facilities are available for suitable rolling cargo. Vehicle dimensions, securing points, driveable condition and cargo-document requirements should be provided at quotation stage.
- Bulk and general cargo: The cargo mix supports bulk commodities, grain, stone, paper, chemicals and forest products. Handling method, packaging, dust control and discharge equipment must be confirmed per commodity.
- Basins and port layout: The harbour is divided into six basins. The applicable basin, berth and operating window should be checked against the vessel and cargo plan before final instructions are issued.
- Inland collection and delivery: Road-based trucking is generally the most practical planning assumption for regional distribution. Our team checks vehicle access, loading restrictions, delivery-site conditions and any overweight or abnormal-load requirements.
Routes & Logistics Timing
Typical trade orientation
Grenaa is relevant to North European, Baltic and Scandinavian cargo flows. The final routing may involve a feeder, short-sea, Ro-Ro, multipurpose or transshipment connection, depending on commodity and carrier acceptance.
Container planning
Transit time is influenced by the selected ocean gateway, transshipment arrangement, terminal cut-off, equipment release and the inland leg to or from Jutland. We quote only after confirming the actual service pattern.
Bulk and project cargo
Vessel nomination, berth availability, loading sequence, draft restrictions, cargo readiness and survey requirements can affect the schedule more than the sea passage itself.
Schedule discipline
Shippers should allow contingency for weather, port rotation changes, customs release, terminal handling and truck appointment availability. All sailing and delivery estimates remain subject to carrier and port confirmation.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Regional hinterland: The primary commercial focus is eastern Jutland and connected Danish distribution areas. Aarhus and other inland destinations should be assessed by actual pickup point, road distance, vehicle type and delivery restrictions.
- Exports: Grain, seed, stone and paper are identified in the port data as principal export categories. Moisture, contamination, weight distribution and commodity-specific documentation should be checked before loading.
- Imports: Coal, phosphates, saltpetre, oil, chemicals, wood pellets, wood chips, logs and paper pulp are identified import categories. Safety data, bulk density, environmental controls and unloading arrangements may be decisive.
- Equipment matching: Containerised cargo may require dry containers, open-top units, flat racks, tank equipment or special securing. Availability is not assumed and must be confirmed for the requested sailing.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off control: Booking cut-off, verified gross mass, shipping instructions, customs status and terminal gate-in deadlines vary by service and cargo type. Our team obtains the operative cut-offs instead of applying a generic port deadline.
- Dangerous goods: Oil, chemicals, phosphates and saltpetre may fall under dangerous-goods or controlled-cargo rules. Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and packing declaration where applicable; acceptance remains subject to carrier and terminal approval.
- Customs and documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information, customs procedure and any permits must be consistent. Customs release should be completed before the cargo reaches the relevant gate or loading operation.
- Weight and delivery risk: For bulk, heavy or abnormal cargo, confirm axle-load limits, route restrictions, lifting points, cargo securing and delivery-site access. Vessel draught figures do not replace a current port or berth assessment.
Shipping Tips from Our Service Team
- Send the full cargo profile at quotation stage: commodity, HS description, package type, gross and net weight, dimensions, stackability, moisture sensitivity and whether the cargo is containerised, Ro-Ro or bulk.
- For chemicals and other regulated cargo, provide the SDS and dangerous-goods details before booking. Do not wait until the shipping-instruction stage to request acceptance.
- For forest products, grain, stone and other dense cargo, confirm payload, container or trailer suitability, weight distribution, lashing and weather protection before dispatch to the port.
- Use a routing comparison when the required sailing, equipment or terminal window is unavailable. Our platform can assess an alternative Danish or North European gateway, but the choice should include inland cost, customs implications, handling capability and total lead time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can Grenaa handle container shipments?
- Yes. The supplied port data identifies container facilities. The exact service, equipment and terminal cut-off must be confirmed for the requested booking, because Grenaa is a multipurpose port rather than a schedule assumption for every container movement.
- Is Grenaa suitable for Ro-Ro cargo?
- Ro-Ro facilities are available. Our team needs the vehicle or rolling-unit dimensions, weight, driveable condition, securing requirements and destination before confirming acceptance and the applicable handling plan.
- What cargo is commonly associated with DKGRE?
- The port data lists grain, seed, stone and paper as principal exports, and coal, phosphates, saltpetre, oil, chemicals, wood pellets, wood chips, logs and paper pulp among imports. Actual acceptance depends on the terminal, carrier, packaging and regulatory status.
- How should dangerous goods be booked?
- Submit the complete dangerous-goods declaration, SDS and packing information before booking. Carrier and terminal approval is required, and the cargo must not be delivered until the confirmed instructions and customs status are in place.
- Can the stated vessel limits be used as guaranteed limits?
- No. The recorded maximum length of 207 metres, draught of 8.6 metres and deadweight of 61,175 tonnes are reference figures from the supplied port data. The actual limit depends on the vessel, basin, berth, tide, cargo and current port approval.
Data Sources & Provenance
Port code, location, coordinates, cargo profile, basin count, reported cargo volume, vessel-call estimate and recorded vessel parameters are based on the supplied DKGRE port master data. These figures are reference information and should be checked against the current port, terminal, carrier and vessel nomination before operational commitment.
For Danish customs and tax-related compliance checks, our team uses the competent Danish authority’s public information at skat.dk. For national statistical context, the relevant official statistics portal is dst.dk. These domains provide general regulatory or statistical reference and do not replace a shipment-specific confirmation from the port, terminal, carrier or customs authority.
Operational items such as sailing schedules, cut-offs, equipment, berth allocation, dangerous-goods acceptance, charges, customs release and inland delivery windows are time-sensitive and must be confirmed by our service team for each shipment.