Does Murmansk Port Freeze?

The region is almost entirely situated beyond the Arctic Circle, but the port of Murmansk never freezes due to the warming effect of Gulf Stream. Being the only deep-water port in Northwest Russia, Murmansk plays a prominent role in exports of certain commodities, such as coal, non-ferrous metals and oil.

Why is Murmansk port ice-free?

The port of Murmansk remains ice-free year round due to the warm North Atlantic Current and is an important fishing and shipping destination. ... Murmansk is linked by the Kirov Railway to St. Petersburg and is linked to the rest of Russia by the M18 Kola Motorway.

What keeps port of Murmansk in Arctic Ocean ice-free during winter?

Thanks to the warm North Atlantic Current—extension of the Gulf Stream—Kola Bay is ice-free which means Murmansk ports are open to vessels all year round.