PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Fiborgtangen
Pilot
updated May 2010Pilotage is compulsory for all foreign vessels. Request for pilot should be made to agents not less than 24 hours before ETA at Grip Lighthouse. The usual pilot boarding point is near Grip Lighthouse. The pilot boat has orange upper works and a white hull with the word "LOS" on each side.
The usual international signals may be used by a vessel requiring a pilot. In case of bad weather the pilot boat will lead ahead to sheltered waters. There is no anchorage for vessels awaiting a pilot.
Key data
updated May 2019Size limits
The largest vessel handled, LOA 200m, 15,000DWT and draught 8.2m from the latest audit.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiborgtangen Terminal | — | — | 2 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Apr 2017Port limits
The port limits are bounded by Holsandbukta.
Anchorages
Anchorage is available in the bay in a depth of approx 20m, N and NE of the quay.
Anchorage is prohibited in an area where electric power cables cross between Valoya and Hestoya.
Tugs
Tugs can be ordered through local agent.
Charts and publications
BA 2307. Admiralty Pilot NP57B, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated Aug 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA to be advised to agents not less than 24 hours prior to ETA at Grip lighthouse. Confirmation of ETA is required 2 hours prior to arrival at Grip lighthouse. See country information.
Communications
Norwegian Coastal Radio station may 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: Ch 16. Orland Radio, continuous watch. All calling should be on Ch 16.
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.
Health
Vessels will be cleared alongside.
Customs and immigration
Customs: Allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects List. Goods on the list 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.
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.
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
Port services
updated Apr 2017Repairs
Repairs can be arranged through Trondheim.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available in unlimited quantities at approx 20tph per connection.
Bunkering: Not available but can be ordered from Trondheim.
Stores: Vessel can be stored by truck during loading or discharging. Forklift trucks can be used on the jetty to handle stores. Local riggers can not be employed to assist with storing.
Medical
Helse Nord-Trøndelag in Levanger, 9.6km.
Crew change
Scheduled aircraft connecting with direct overseas flights depart from Trondheim Airport several times a day.
Transport
Nearest airport: Trondheim Airport, 45km.
Nearest railway: Skogn railway station is situated 0.8km SSE.
Working hours
Further information can be obtained from Norske Skog Clearance Agency, Tel: +47 74 09 57 44, Fax: +47 74 08 70 09; Harbour Master, Tel: +47 74 09 57 44.
About Fiborgtangen
updated May 2010Where it is
Firborgtangen is situated 1.75nm ENE of Strandholmen.
The port
Firborgtangen is a peninsula consisting of the former island, Valoya and reclaimed land by which the island is joined to the shore.
A large paper mill stands on the reclaimed land. On the W side of Fiborgtangen, two breakwaters enclose an extensive timber pound.
Questions about Fiborgtangen
What are the pilot arrangements at Fiborgtangen?
Pilotage is compulsory for all foreign vessels.
What time zone is Fiborgtangen in?
Local time at Fiborgtangen is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.
Which load line zone is Fiborgtangen 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 Fiborgtangen?
Port State Control at Fiborgtangen: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Fiborgtangen?
The UN/LOCODE of Fiborgtangen is NOSKX.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Fiborgtangen 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.
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