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FOKOL Kollafjordur Port
Kollafjordur Port is the seaport of Kollafjordur, in the city of Kollafjordurin Faroe islands. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is FOKOL.

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Port Code

FOKOL

Name

Kollafjordur

Country / Region

Faroe islands

City

Kollafjordur

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

62.1166700

Longitude

-6.8833300

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Port Overview

UN/LOCODE: FOKOL Kollafjordur, Faroe Islands Fishing-oriented sea port

Kollafjordur is a small sea port in an inlet on the northeast side of Streymoy in the Faroe Islands. The port consists of two quays and primarily supports fishing activity and small vessels serving communities around the fjord. It is not presented as a conventional container hub; our platform therefore treats FOKOL as a specialist and project-sensitive port of call rather than a standard high-frequency gateway. The supplied port record reports a maximum recorded vessel draught of 8 metres, maximum recorded deadweight of 10,110 tonnes and maximum recorded vessel length of 165 metres. Actual acceptance depends on berth availability, marine conditions, vessel particulars and confirmation from the local port contact.

Port code	FOKOL
Location	Kollafjordur, Faroe Islands
Coordinates	62.1166700, -6.8833300
Recorded vessel profile	Fishing vessels 66.67%; sailing vessels or yachts 33.33%

Key Highlights

Specialist port profile: fishing activity is the dominant operational context, with sailing vessels and yachts also recorded.
Small-port planning: berth windows, handling arrangements and local equipment must be confirmed before cargo is accepted.
Limited container assumption: the supplied record shows no FCL or LCL activity figures; container routing should be checked through a suitable regional gateway or feeder connection.
Marine constraints: the recorded 8-metre maximum draught is a reference limit, not a blanket operating guarantee for every berth or tide condition.
Weather exposure: North Atlantic wind, swell and visibility can affect pilotage, berthing and onward delivery planning.

Facilities & Services

QuaysThe supplied port data identifies two quays. Berth length, load limits, working hours and availability require case-by-case confirmation.

Marine operationsThe port is associated mainly with fishing vessels, with sailing vessels and yachts also calling. Vessel suitability should be checked against the intended berth.

Cargo handlingDo not assume container cranes, reach stackers, bonded storage or heavy-lift capability. Our service team will verify local handling resources for each shipment.

Storage and inspectionTemporary storage, customs inspection space and reefer power should be arranged in advance where required; availability is not inferred from the port record.

Inland connectivityRoad collection and delivery are the practical inland interface. Vehicle access, turning space, weight restrictions and delivery appointments should be confirmed before dispatch.

Port servicesPilotage, mooring, bunkering, waste reception and other marine services are subject to local operating arrangements and vessel requirements.

Routes & Transit Times

International cargo will generally require coordination with a regional North Atlantic gateway, feeder movement or a combined sea-and-road solution; our platform will confirm the routing available for the requested sailing.
Fishing-related supplies, machinery, spare parts and general project cargo may be suitable for direct local delivery when a vessel call and handling arrangement are confirmed.
FCL or LCL shipments should be planned around a confirmed transshipment point because FOKOL is not treated as a regular container hub on the basis of the supplied data.
Transit time is affected by feeder connections, transshipment dwell, weather, vessel availability, berth congestion, customs release and the final road leg; no fixed transit time should be promised before booking confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

FOKOL primarily serves Kollafjordur and nearby communities on Streymoy. Its logistics role is closely linked to maritime and fishing activity rather than large-scale container distribution.

Fishing and marine suppliesFishing equipment, nets, ropes, vessel spares, lubricants and maintenance materials are operationally relevant cargo categories.

Refrigerated productsFish and seafood-related cargo may require controlled-temperature handling, rapid transfer and confirmed reefer power or plug-in arrangements.

General and project cargoMachinery, replacement parts, construction materials and oversized pieces may be handled subject to quay access, lifting resources and road constraints.

Local distributionFinal delivery planning should account for island geography, weather-sensitive roads, limited delivery windows and the need for local receiving coordination.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: request the shipping instruction, cargo readiness date, vessel details and intended berth early. Local cut-off, documentation cut-off and delivery appointment rules must be confirmed for the selected sailing.
Dangerous goods: provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, package count, net quantity, SDS and multimodal dangerous-goods declaration where applicable. Acceptance requires carrier and port approval.
Customs and inspection: commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and any required import or export permits must be consistent. Customs release should be obtained before arranging final delivery; inspection can extend dwell time.
Physical constraints: verify gross weight, dimensions, lifting points, centre of gravity, reefer requirements and vehicle access. Do not rely on the recorded maximum vessel figures as cargo-handling limits.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the cargo dimensions, weight, commodity, packaging, DG status, temperature range and preferred delivery date before requesting a firm routing.
For containers, ask us to compare a regional gateway solution with any available feeder or breakbulk alternative; the lowest ocean rate may not produce the shortest or most reliable end-to-end plan.
Use seaworthy export packaging, corrosion protection and clear lifting marks for marine equipment, machinery and parts exposed to wet or windy handling conditions.
Build schedule buffer for weather, transshipment and customs. Keep consignee contact details and a local receiving appointment ready before cargo is released to the final road carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can FOKOL be used for standard FCL or LCL shipments?

It may be possible only through a confirmed local or feeder arrangement. The supplied record reports zero FCL and LCL activity figures, so our platform will first check the available container service, handling equipment, transshipment point and final delivery plan.

Is the 8-metre draught figure a guaranteed berth limit?

No. It is the maximum recorded vessel draught in the supplied port data. Actual permission depends on berth, tide, weather, vessel manoeuvrability, pilotage and the current instruction of the port or marine operator.

What cargo is most suitable for this port?

Fishing and marine supplies, vessel spares, seafood-related cargo, general cargo and selected project pieces may fit the port profile. Handling and road access must be checked for heavy, oversized, refrigerated or hazardous cargo.

How early should dangerous goods be submitted?

Submit complete DG details before booking confirmation and before the carrier’s stated documentation cut-off. The exact lead time varies by commodity, equipment, carrier and local approval, so our service team will confirm it for the proposed sailing.

What information is needed for a delivery quotation?

Provide the cargo description, packages, gross weight, dimensions, delivery address, customs status, equipment type, unloading facilities and required date. For remote or restricted access, include site photographs or vehicle-access notes when available.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, location, coordinates, two-quay description, vessel mix and recorded vessel parameters in this module are taken from the supplied FOKOL port record. Operational statements are limited to specialist-port planning guidance and are not a confirmation of current berth availability, equipment, schedules, tariffs or regulatory decisions.

For customs, tax and import/export compliance checks in the Faroe Islands, our service team will verify the current requirements with the competent authorities and applicable carrier instructions. Public institutional reference points include taks.fo and hagstova.fo.

All draught, deadweight and vessel-length figures should be treated as recorded reference values. Final acceptance, routing, handling arrangements, customs release and transit planning are subject to written confirmation for the specific shipment.