Aaheim

Size limits

LOA 229.0m, beam 32.26m, 83,610DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Anchorages

Anchorage is available W of Fiskaahl Light in approx position 62°05.6'N 005°30.8'E. The exact anchorage position will be designated by the pilot.

Restrictions

Night berthing and unberthing are available.

Tugs

One tug is available at all times. For vessels above 40,000DWT, 2 tugs are compulsory. Tugs normally join vessel about 1nm NW of the entrance (of Torvholmen). Ships line normally used. Tugs to be ordered through Olivin AS.

Mooring

Vessels normally berth port side to with mooring lines 4 + 2 both ends. In addition 1 shore line should be picked up and made fast at the stern. This acts as an extra stern line.

Charts and publications

BA 1428. Norwegian 29. Admiralty Pilot NP57B, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Pre-arrival notification to Naval Operation Centre (Defence Command South Norway) 24 hours prior to arrival in Norwegian territorial waters. Reporting-point notification to Naval Operation Centre when passing 62°10.0'N and approximately 4nm offshore.

Fax: +47 51 34 38 19, email: [email protected].

When sending the Arrival Notification the Coast Radio station operator should be advised that it is an Arrival Notification so that the radio station can complete the correct form immediately. See country Information.

Additional ETAs should be sent 12 and 6 hours prior to arrival to the vessel's agent.

Communications

Radio: Any Norwegian Coastal Radio station can be used for passing messages at long range. All coastal radio stations are operated 24 hours a day throughout the year.

Inmarsat communication available up to Lat 75°N.

VHF: Port and tugs: Ch 09.

Standard messages

See country Information.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in accordance with Charter Party when vessel is ready to start loading/discharging. When berth is not available for loading/discharging NOR to be tendered when anchoring or according to Charter Party.

Documents

Note: Ship's Stores Declaration and Crew List to be sent by fax/telex 24 hours prior to arrival for customs clearance.

Health

There is no need to apply for pratique. Ship Sanitation Control Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects Declaration. Goods on the declaration are not to be taken ashore. Penalties for non compliance are severe fines.

Immigration: Board at first port of call (cruise ships only). They require a Crew List and a Passenger List and will make random passport inspections. All passports should be available for a quick clearance which normally takes 15-20 minutes.

Notices and regulations

Cargo holds must be cleaned before arriving at berth (to be swept/flushed by freshwater). For loading dry sand, cargo hold must be dry.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

Inspection of ships in Norway

Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sjofartsdir.no

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue: DNV

RSO - Security Consultant Services: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Port Security Information: Norwegian Costal Administration

Telephone: +47 22 65 58 20

Website: www.kystverket.no

For further ISPS information see IMO website https://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor repairs only available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Water: Fresh water is available at no charge. Shore hoses are available.

Bunkering: Currently, gas oil and lub oil can be supplied by road tanker only.

Medical

Doctors and dentists available during normal working hours (appointment to be arranged through agent). Full hospital facilities are available 45 minutes drive from the berth.

Crew change

Repatriation is available through Olivin AS agent.

Transport

There is a bus service to Malaoy (20.9km).

Working hours

There are 3 shifts: 0600-1400hrs (meal break 1000-1030hrs); 2nd shift 1400-2200hrs (meal break 1800-1830hrs); 3rd shift 2200-0600hrs (meal break 0200-0230hrs). Work at weekends depends on the terms of the charter party.

Where it is

Aaheim is situated on the NW coast of Norway, in Vanylvs Fjord.

The port

The port is ice-free and well sheltered by the islet of Torvholmen to the W and the mainland to the S and E.

The annual worldwide consumption of olivine is approx 5,000,000t, of which half is exported from Aaheim. The port also handles aggregates, ceramic products, crushed stone, gravel, stones and breakbulk.

What time zone is Aaheim in?

Local time at Aaheim is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Aaheim?

1025.

Which load line zone is Aaheim in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Aaheim?

Port State Control at Aaheim: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Aaheim?

The UN/LOCODE of Aaheim is NOAHM.

What crews who called at Aaheim say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.

Read and add tips for Aaheim →