PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Ensted
Pilot
updated May 2010Compulsory for tankers over 1,500GT, carrying oil, gas, or dangerous chemicals. Compulsory to and from Enstedvaerket.
Pilots board approx 2nm E of the harbour or for large vessels at position 55°07.5'N 009°46.0'E, 3.3nm NE of Nordborg Light, and will advise whether to anchor if necessary.
Key data
updated Jan 2020Size limits
LOA 350m, draught 17m, beam 48m, 180,201DWT.
Water density
1015.
Load line zone
Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length. Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Tides
Range 0.4m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensted Bulk Terminal | 17.00 m | 350 m | 4 |
| Ensted Oil Terminal (EOT) | 17.00 m | 350 m | 2 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Jan 2020Approach
A dredged approach channel, leads from Aabenraa Fjord to the harbour. From a position approx 0.7nm SW of Skaerrev (55°03.0'N 009°30.0'E) the track leads WSW on the alignment of leading lights for approx 2nm to the harbour.
Anchorages
Safe anchorage is available in Aabenraa Fjord. There is a deep water anchorage for large vessels 2nm ENE of Knudshoved.
Tugs
There are no tugs stationed at Ensted, however they are available at short notice.
Charts and publications
BA 901. INT 1374/DA No. 159. Admiralty Pilot NP18, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated Jan 2020ETA and pre-arrival notices
There is no demand for an ETA by port authorities. ETA messages should be passed to the ship's agent who will relay it to relevant parties (port, stevedores, work gangs, etc). Pilot requires ETA at boarding point 24, 12 and 4 hours prior to arrival.
Communications
Lyngby Radio (the only coast radio station in Denmark) is recommended for passing messages. The station works throughout 24 hours.
Inmarsat communication is possible.
VHF: Pilot: Ch 12 and 16.
Pilot from DanPilot, Lodseriet Danmark:
Tel: 45 63 25 66 (attended day and night)
Fax: +45 62 50 15 28
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.danpilot.dk
Pilot from Danish Pilot Service:
Tel: +45 75 91 44 96 (attended day and night)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.danishpilotservice.dk
Port office/Ensted Bulk Terminal:
Tel: +45 91 89 00 20
Email:[email protected]
Customs clearance:
Toldcenter Sydjylland Tel: +45 76 40 44 00
Notice of readiness
NOR should be tendered in accordance with Charter Party terms.
Documents
These are for agent, Customs and Immigration.
The agent will bring aboard the Master's Declaration and Customs Declaration for the Master to sign.
Health
Pratique is not required for Danish ports. Agent may request a Maritime Declaration of Health from the Master.
Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed in large ports.
Customs and immigration
Customs allowances: One bottle of spirits and 200 cigarettes per person are allowed. If quantities in excess of the allowance are found the penalty is a fine. The size of the fine depends on the amounts in excess of allowances.
Clearance is handled by the agent but Customs officers may board at any time to check the validity of the documents handed to the agent.
Immigration: There are no restrictions for crew. Passengers of nationalities which require a visa are only allowed transit in Denmark for 36 hours.
Inspections
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
ISPS Designated Authority: Danish Coastal Authority.
Position: Senior Project Manager.
Address: Postboks 131, DK-7620, Lemvig, Denmark.
Tel: +45 99 63 63 63.
Fax: +45 99 63 63 99.
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.maritimsikring.dk
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated May 2010Repairs
Minor repair facilities are available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available by barge or road tanker.
Stores: available.
Medical
Hospital in Aabenraa.
Transport
Nearest airport: Skrydstrup, 25km and Soenderborg, 30km.
Nearest railway: Roedekro, 10km from Aabenraa.
Working hours
Throughout 24 hours during discharge.
About Ensted
updated Jul 2020Where it is
Ensted is situated on the E coast of Jylland (Jutland) in the Aabenraa Fjord.
The port
The ports handle bulk and liquid facilities.
Traffic
Approx 1,942,000t of cargo and 340 vessels handled annually.
Questions about Ensted
What are the pilot arrangements at Ensted?
Compulsory for tankers over 1,500GT, carrying oil, gas, or dangerous chemicals.
What time zone is Ensted in?
Local time at Ensted 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 Ensted?
The deepest berth listed is at Ensted Bulk Terminal: 17.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Ensted?
1015.
Which load line zone is Ensted in?
Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length.
Who carries out Port State Control at Ensted?
Port State Control at Ensted: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Ensted?
The UN/LOCODE of Ensted is DKENS.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Ensted 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.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.