Oslo, Norway

Port Overview

Oslo, located at the head of the Oslofjord in southeastern Norway, is the country’s capital and largest city. Covering about 426 square kilometers, Oslo is Norway’s primary urban and economic center, ranking first in size nationally. Its strategic position makes it a vital gateway for maritime trade in the Nordics and the Baltic region. The Port of Oslo handles approximately 250,000 TEU annually, supporting its role as a key logistics and shipping hub in Northern Europe.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Oslo’s main port facilities include the Sjursøya container terminal, operated by Yilport, which features four ship-to-shore cranes, eleven RTG cranes, and a mobile crane. The port handles containers, bulk, and general cargo, with a capacity of up to 400,000 TEU annually. Key terminals include container, RoRo, and bulk facilities, all with direct rail and road links. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are not currently in regular use.

Container Terminals

Oslo operates Norway's largest container port with terminals at Sjursøya and Ormsund. The port handles approximately 238,000-450,000 TEUs annually. Yilport Oslo serves as the primary terminal operator under a long-term contract established in 2015. The terminals utilize Rubber Tyred Gantry cranes and are transitioning toward zero-emission operations with electric equipment. The Sjursøya facility has a designed capacity of 450,000 TEUs and handles about 80% of containerized goods destined for Oslo and surrounding regions.

Port Services

• Container handling: Modern container terminals with direct rail and road connections, efficient loading/unloading, and container depot services.
• Cargo operations: Handling of general cargo, bulk, and breakbulk, with specialized terminals for various cargo types.
• Ship services: Pilotage, mooring, bunkering, shore power supply, ship repairs, and waste disposal.
• Warehousing: On-site storage facilities, including container freight stations and value-added logistics services.
• Customs: Full customs clearance and inspection services for import and export cargo.

Global Connectivity

Oslo, Norway’s largest public cargo and passenger port, connects directly to major Northern European ports such as Rotterdam, Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and the UK, serving as Norway’s main import hub. The port’s strategic location enables efficient distribution to half of Norway’s population within three hours and links to key inland regions via road and rail. Oslo offers regular shipping routes to continental Europe, the UK, and the Baltic, supporting trade with major global markets.

Port Statistics

Port of Oslo, Norway – Key Statistics

• TEU throughput: Approximately 450,000 TEU annually
• World ranking: Not in the top 50 globally; largest container port in Norway
• Number of berths: 20–30 vessels at berth during peak times
• Area: 1.26 km² total land area
• Shipping lines: Served by major regional and international lines, including Color Line, DFDS Seaways, Stena Line, and others connecting Europe and Asia