Balsta

Size limits

Max LOA 122.34m, beam 18.20m, draught 7.1 and 10,049DWT.

Load line zone

Summer Zone/Winter Seasonal Area.

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

Approach

Approach and entry into the main channel, authorised for a draught of 6.8m, extends NNE from the main channel through Norra Bjorkfjarden, then SE of Fagerion and through a narrow passage at the entrance to Kalmarviken. The main channel then leads to the jetties at Balsta and a second channel branches E leading to Kalmarsand.

Tugs

Available.

Charts and publications

BA 3142. Admiralty Pilot NP19.

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.

ISPS

Designated Authority: Swedish Maritime Administration/Swedish Maritime Safety Inspectorate.

Address: SE-601 78, Norrkoping, Sweden.

Tel: +46 11 191000

Fax: +46 11 101949

Email: [email protected]

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

Medical

Nearest hospital: Praktikertjanst AB Balstadoktorn (1km) and Familjelakarna Balsta vardcentral (2.15km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Stockholm Arlanda Airport (25.2km), Bromma Stockholm Airport (31.5km) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (91.85km).

Nearest railway: Balsta Station (2.25km).

Nearest highway: The port has access to European Route E18. The route runs 1,890km from Craigavon, Northern Ireland to Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Nearest public transport: Bus routes throughout Balsta.

Where it is

Balsta lies at the head of Karlmarviken, in NE Malaren, approx 32km NW from Stockholm.

The port

The Port of Balsta serves as a vital maritime facility, strategically positioned to support various industrial operations in the region. It comprises three private terminals, each catering to specific materials essential for construction and manufacturing, alongside a discontinued grain facility.

Private Terminals:

Cementa AB: This terminal is dedicated to the importation of cement, a critical component in the construction industry. It features a 6,000t silo, which enhances the efficiency of cement storage and distribution, ensuring a reliable supply for ongoing and future construction projects.

Saint-Gobain Sweden AB Gyproc: The Gyproc terminal specialises in the importation of gypsum, which is essential for the production of plasterboard. This facility supports the local construction sector by providing high-quality gypsum, thereby facilitating the manufacturing of essential building materials.

NCC Industry AB: Authorised to operate from 2018 to 2028, this terminal focuses on receiving and processing rock materials generated from the construction of the Stockholm Bypass. The NCC terminal plays a crucial role in managing construction waste and supplying necessary materials for infrastructure development.

Discontinued Grain Facility: Situated in the northern part of the harbour at Kalmarsand, the disused grain facility has been inactive since 2010. Plans have been proposed to transform this site into housing.

What time zone is Balsta in?

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

What is the maximum draft at Balsta?

The deepest berth listed is at Gyproc Terminal: 7.10 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

Which load line zone is Balsta in?

Summer Zone/Winter Seasonal Area.

Who carries out Port State Control at Balsta?

Port State Control at Balsta: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Balsta?

The UN/LOCODE of Balsta is SEBAA.

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