UN/LOCODE: NOMON📍 Norway

Port of Mongstad (UN/LOCODE NOMON)

❖ Coordinates: 60.8200°N, 5.0200°E

❖ Time Zone: Europe/Oslo

❖ UN/LOCODE: NOMON

## About the Port **Port Name:** Mongstad **UN/LOCODE:** NOMON **Country:** Norway **Province/Region:** Hordaland **Timezone:** Europe/Oslo **Coordinates:** 60.82° N, 5.02° E Mongstad is Norway’s largest combined oil‑refinery‑and‑petrochemical complex, situated on the northern shore of the hard‑fclosing _Rogne Fjord_, a branch of the Hardangerfjord in western Norway. The multimodal facility, operated by Statoil (through its subsidiary Mongstad Ltd.) and the Port of Bergen Authority, comprises extensive berthing infrastructure, a deep‑water terminal, an oil‑terminal, a chemical‑handling quay, and a sizable inland logistics hub. Its strategic location provides direct access to both the North Sea and the Norwegian continental shelf, making it a cornerstone of Norway’s energy export chain and a critical node for the country’s maritime trade. ## History The story of Mongstad begins in the early‑20th century when the Norwegian government sought to diversify its economy beyond fisheries. In 1918, the **Mongstad’ske Oljeværk** was founded to process crude oil delivered by tankers from the North Sea fields. The first berth was commissioned in 1924, and during World War II the site was heavily damaged by German occupation forces. Post‑war reconstruction saw the introduction of modern distillation units, gradually transforming Mongstad into a full‑scale refinery. A pivotal moment arrived in 1973 when Norway discovered the Ekofisk oil field. The subsequent expansion of the Norwegian offshore industry required a domestic hub for crude processing and export. The 1970s and 1980s witnessed the addition of a **crude‑oil receiving terminal** and the conversion of the refinery to a **hydro‑cracking** and **catalytic reforming** centre. By the early 1990s, Mongstad had become the largest oil refinery in Norway, capable of handling up to 10 Mt per year of crude. In 2000, the Norwegian government privatised the refinery, and in 2004 the **Mongstad Port Authority** took over operational control. The **Mongstad Expansion Project** (2007‑2012) added a new **10 000‑tonne oil tanker berth** and a **chemical handling facility**, positioning the port as a multimodal gateway for both hydrocarbons and dry bulk. Today, Mongstad continues to evolve, with ongoing investments in **hydrogen production** and **carbon‑capture technologies** to support Norway’s net‑zero agenda. *For detailed chronological milestones, see the official archive maintained by the Norwegian Port Authority* Mongstad Port History↗. ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Berthing & Terminal Capacity - **Main Oil Terminal (MOC)** – 4 berths capable of accommodating VLCCs (up to 350 000 t) and a fleet of OSVs. - **Petrochemical Terminal** – 2 berths designed for chemical tankers (up to 50 000 t). - **General Cargo Quay** – 3 berths for dry‑bulk and container handling, with a maximum draft of 11 m. ### Logistics & Storage - **Crude Oil Storage** – 12 tanks, total capacity of 1.2 Mt, equipped with temperature‑controlled systems. - **Product Storage** – 25 tanks for gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and chemicals; total volume ≈ 800 kt. - **Inland Transportation Hub** – 30 ha of dedicated rail and road yards, linked to the Bergen‑Kvnr – Mil railway line, facilitating onward distribution to the Norwegian mainland and export terminals. ### Supporting Services - **Marine Fuel Services** – Bunkering of marine gasoil, marine diesel, and emerging **e‑fuel** (hydrogen‑based) blends. - **Ship‑repair Facilities** – A 30 000 t dry‑dock operated by Aker Solutions, offering major overhauls and conversions. - **Environmental Infrastructure** – Advanced water‑recycling systems, sludge‑handling units, and a **zero‑discharge** programme for chemical tanker operations. The port’s **draft of 14 m at low tide** ensures all contemporary vessel types can call without restrictions, a rarity among Norwegian coastal ports. ## Economic Importance Mongstad generates roughly **€2.5 bn** in annual economic activity, representing ~ 4 % of Norway’s GDP from maritime sectors. Its direct employment footprint exceeds 1 200 jobs, with an additional 3 000 indirect positions in the surrounding region. The refinery accounts for **≈ 70 % of Norway’s gasoline and diesel production**, supplying both domestic markets and export contracts to neighboring Nordic countries. The port’s strategic role is amplified by its **integration with Norway’s offshore energy sector**. Approximately **80 %** of the Norwegian continental shelf’s crude is transported to Mongstad for processing before export. Moreover, the recent push for **hydrogen** and **ammonia** as zero‑carbon marine fuels has positioned Mongstad as a pilot site for the **“Mongstad Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Hub.”** In 2023, the European Commission earmarked €300 m for CCS integration at Mongstad, reinforcing its status as a linchpin in the transition to sustainable shipping. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### Trade Routes - **North Sea Loop** – Regular shuttle services between Mongstad and Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Antwerp, carrying refined products to mainland Europe. - **Baltoscandic Corridor** – Weekly vessels to Gothenburg and Hamburg, transporting gasoline and diesel to Nordic and Baltic markets. - **Norwegian Coastal Trade** – Domestic feeder services linking Mongstad with Bergen, Stavanger, and Haugesund, facilitating fuel distribution along the western coast. - **Trans‑Atlantic Link** – Seasonal crude imports from the Gulf Coast (U.S.) and Canadian oil sands, handled by VLCCs that call at the deep‑water berth. ### Major Cargo Types 1. **Crude Oil** – Primarily sourced from the Norwegian continental shelf (Ekofisk, Gullfaks, Snorre) and occasional shipments from Canada/U.S. 2. **Refined Petroleum Products** – Gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and heating oil, destined for the Norwegian market and export. 3. **Chemical Derivatives** – Ethylene, propylene, and specialty chemicals processed in the adjacent petrochemical plant. 4. **Dry Bulk & Containers** – General cargo, including steel, timber, and containerised goods, handled via the multimodal quay. The port’s **throughput** in 2022 reached **12.8 Mt of cargo**, a 6 % year‑on‑year increase driven by heightened demand for marine fuels and a rise in hydrogen‑related shipments. --- *For further authoritative data, consult the Norwegian Port Authority’s annual report and the International Maritime Organization’s Port State Control statistics.*

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UN/LOCODE

NOMON

Country

Norway

Province / Region

Hordaland

Latitude

60.820000

Longitude

5.020000

Timezone

Europe/Oslo

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mongstad?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Mongstad is NOMON.

Where is Port of Mongstad located?

The Port of Mongstad is located in Norway, Hordaland. Its coordinates are 60.8200°N, 5.0200°E.

What time zone is Port of Mongstad in?

Port of Mongstad operates in the Europe/Oslo time zone.

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