Hanko

1. Archipelago pilot boarding, Hanko N Pilot boards59°46.9′N 023°00.3′E
2. Archipelago pilot boarding, Hanko S Pilot boards59°42.5′N 023°05.8′E

Size limits

Max LOA 250m, beam 34m, draught 13m and 17,705DWT.

Water density

1005.

Load line zone

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

Nil.

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

Approach

The harbours are generally approached from SE by way of the sea pilot station, but may also be approached from Saaristomeri, from SW, or by the routes from E. The fairways leading to the port require local knowledge and vessel speeds will be adjusted on a case-by-case basis. The inshore fairway, available for 9m draughts leads from the pilot station at Uto whilst a separate route available for draughts up to 7.3m connects the 9m channel with the Hank Outer Harbour. An outer coastal route is available for draughts up to 8.5m whereas the inner coaster route is available for draughts up to 5.5m

The Outer Harbour, situated close W of Tulliniemi, is approached by a channel, 8nm in length with draught 9.0m. The main approach channel is then entered at the Hanko 1 East Edge Mark.

The Western Harbour, situated 2.5 miles E of the Outer Harbour, is approached by a channel, 8nm in length with a draught of 13.0m. The main approach channel is then also entered at the Hanko 1 East Edge Mark.

Traffic schemes and VTS

The Hanko VTS area covers the areas around Hankoniemi including the merchant shipping lanes in the area between Flackgrund and Jussaro, with the exception of the areas. administrated by the ports. All vessels with an LOA over 24m are encouraged to tale part in the VTS. English is used as the primary communication language in the VTS areas along the Finnish coast.

When navigating in the VTS area vessels are required to maintain listening watch on VHF Ch 67.

Anchorages

A waiting anchorage for vessels approaching Hanko, Hanko Outer Roads, has been established centred in position 59°40.0'N 022°58.5'E, 3nm S of Hank 1 East Edge Mark in depths of 25-30m.

The most sheltered anchorage, Hanko Inner Roads, located 0.4nm NW of Gustavsvarn Light, in a depth of 29-31m, with Gustavsvarn Light Tower bearing 128° and Meijerfelt N Island bearing 026°. The anchorage is within the red sector (263.5°-283°) of Tullisaari Light, which leads clear of a shoal with a least depth of 5.8m, marked by a buoy (isolated danger) and a further shoal, depth 9.2m, close N of this buoy. A shoal depth, 6.2m, 0.3nm W of the anchorage is marked by a buoy (N cardinal). Strong SE'ly winds can build up a rough swells within the area.

Anchorage may also be obtained in a depth of approx 29.0m, 0.4nm WSW of Hanko Harbour entrance.

Restrictions

Restrictions such as max speed limits within the port harbours may be indicated by marine traffic signs.

Anchoring in the vicinity of the berths within the port is strictly prohibited.

All restrictions and dangers that are lying adjacent to the fairway and channels are marked by lights, beacons and buoys including Hanko 1 Lighted Beacon..

Tugs

Tugs of 2,000 to 3,000hp capacity and State icebreakers are available and must be confirmed in advance. Contact Alfons Hakans Oy Ab: Tel: +358 2515 500.

Mooring

Berth are provided with a sufficient number of fenders.

Charts and publications

BA 3443, 3437, 2241. Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

To be advised 24 and 6 hours prior to arrival. In addition to date and time of arrival the message should include the vessel's name, length and draught.

Communications

Finnpilot Order Centre contact information

Helsinki Radio is recommended for passing messages. The station works R/T from 0600-2300hrs and W/T throughout 24 hours.

VHF: Ch 16

Telephone: +358 40 0907 977

Facsimile: +358 29 5253 010

Email: [email protected].

Permits contact information

Telephone: +358 10 2355 010

Email: [email protected]

Harbour office contact info

VHF: Ch 12, 16 and 67

Telephone: +358 10 2355 000

Email: [email protected]

Traffic department contact info (crane operators)

Telephone: +358 10 2355 013 / +358 40 5486 534

Email: [email protected]

Harbour Master contact info

Telephone: +359 10 2355 010

Email: [email protected]

Vessel Traffic Service

Call Sign: Hanko VTS

VHF: Ch 67

Telephone: +358 20 4485 391 (Supervisor) / +358 204485 388 (Hanko VTS)

Facsimile: +358 20 4485 380

Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Notice of readiness

NOR is to be tendered on arrival in accordance with the Charter Party.

Documents

Operator, agent or master of the vessel must submit a pre-arrival notification to PortNet information system.

Health

Pratique should be applied for if there is contagious disease onboard. Pratique can be applied for by radio.

Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Vessels must notify the port corporation in advance and await further instructions before entering the port if they are arriving from a location where a hazardous communicable disease is present or carrying a person who has fallen ill with a generally hazardous disease, a suspected communicable disease or unknown disease.

In the event of an animal falling severely ill or has died whilst in voyage, the port shall be notified in order to obtain instructions from a veterinary authority.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowances: For a crew member's own use there is an allowance of 1 carton of cigarettes and 1-2 bottles of spirits. Penalty for exceeding the allowance depends on the quantity the allowance was exceeded by.

Immigration: If a vessel is carrying passengers, the ship's agent is to be advised in advance for an Immigration check. There are no restrictions for crew members.

Notices and regulations

Effective from 01st September 2016, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) will require sea carriers calling at EU ports to file Container Status Messages (CSMs). Vessels experiencing technical communication problems should report the issue via e-mail to the Commission's help-service email: [email protected].

Berths are assigned by the port authority based on the order of arrival as well as type of traffic. Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the port authority. Once a vessel has been assigned a berth, they then shall not move without the port authority's consent and can be moved accordingly at the port authorities discretion. Each unstripped vessel within the port must have a sufficient number of crew so that the vessel can be moved if necessary. Once berthed the owner must ensure that the vessel's mooring devices are in good working order at all times. The vessels propellers may only run at slow speeds for when preparing for departure, unless otherwise agreed with the port authority.

A stripped vessel or another floating structure wishing to stay for a long period must be permitted by the port. The owner or agent of the vessel or another floating structure shall assign the maintenance of the vessel or structure to a trustworthy person and give the person’s name and address to the port.

All gangways must be fitted with railings and safety nets and must be kept lit throughout the night. In addition the removal of ice and snow onto the port quays is strictly prohibited. The vessel's waste lines, ballast water lines shall be covered before docking and during its time in port in order to prevent water and dirt being deposited onto the dock.

Cargo

Care must be taken whilst loading and unloading within the port area. In the event that pests are found in a vessel's cargo then the discharge of the cargo will be halted immediately. The vessel’s master has the duty to notify the port and wait for instructions before continuing the discharging operation. It is also noted that any goods causing damage or detrimental effects due to leakage, odour or another reason must be removed from the port area by the declarant without delay.

Any changes to cargo shall be negotiated and agreed upon with the port in advance to their scheduled arrival. With regards to dangerous cargoes, the port requires 24hrs notice in advance of the arrival of dangerous cargo unless otherwise agreed. If the dangerous cargoes are not labelled appropriately then the port may prohibit the discharging of the cargo. In the event that the dangerous cargo is discharged in bulk volumes, the ship's master must ensure that suitable security is in place to monitor the handling of the cargo. Explosive and radioactive materials shall not be stored in the port unless authorised by the port.

If cargo or a vessel is located within the port without permission or moored in a way that it is restricting traffic, the port authority reserves the right to relocate the cargo or vessel at the cost of those involved.

Damage

In the event that the vessel becomes grounded or sinks in the port, the owner or master must remove the vessel as quickly as possible. If the sunken vessel causes a hazard within the port area, then the owner or master must provide appropriate warning signals. If they are unable to do so then the port must be notified and will provide warning signals. The reduction of water depth is strictly prohibited. While in the event that water depth in the port area reduces due to an accident then the port must be notified immediately.

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: Finnish Maritime Administration, Maritime Safety Department.

Position: Senior Maritime Inspector.

Address: PO Box 171, Porkkalankatu 5, FIN-00181 Helsinki, Finland.

Tel: +358 2 0448 4437.

Fax: +358 2 0448 4500.

Mob: +358 4 0515 5408.

Website: http://www.fma.fi

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

Repairs

Minor such as hull and machinery repairs can be carried out. Diving and underwater work may be carried out however an Underwater Work Permit must be submitted 24hrs in advance.

Ship repair services provided by Hango Mekaniska Ab; Telephone +358 19 2203 555.

Bunkers, water and stores

Bunkering: Fuel available either by road tanker or ship to ship bunkering. This is ordered through ship agents.

Fresh water: Available at all berths throughout 24 hours at Tel: +358 10 235 5013.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Hanko Health Centre (1km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Helsinki-Vantaa International airport (150km).

Nearest railway: Port of Hanko's railway network and Hanko Northern railway station (1km). The railway tracks have a direct connection to both the Western and Outer Harbours. Outer Harbour is connected with one track (025) whilst the Western Harbour is connected to 5 tracks (121, 122, 131/132 and 161). The application to use the rail facilities are requested via email by a free-form written message to [email protected]. Requests will be processed within 30 days and service is provided throughout 24hrs.

Nearest highway: Port has direct access to Finnish national road 25. The road is the main route between Hanko and Hyvinkaa.

Nearest public transportation: Bus routes throughout Hanko.

Working hours

Open 24 hours, seven days per week. Stevedore shifts are: 0700-1530hrs and 1530-2230hrs.

Port of Hanko harbour office 0800-1600hrs Mon-Fri.

Where it is

Hanko, the southern most port of Finland, is situated on the SW coast, approx 150km SW of Helsinki.

The port

Hanko is located at the southernmost point of Finland and is made up of two harbours; Outer Harbour and Western Harbour. It is one of the leading ports in fast liner traffic and remains open throughout the year with the assistance of State icebreakers. The port is the closest Finnish port to continental Europe and is able to handle RoRo, PCC and general cargo vessels. Cargo handled throughout the port includes paper exports, forest product exports, car imports, container traffic, livestock, steel products and project cargo.

The port has a rich history due to the fact that the operations at the Western Harbour began in 1873. Butter was a major export to Copenhagen and England during the 1880's and 1890's including 15.3t being exported alone in 1905. Since the ports inception it has continued to grow and has been importing vehicles since the 1950's. The port had previous passenger ferry routes including one to Nynashamn, however these have since been discontinued. In 2020 the port was granted the Finnish Hyva YVA -award for best environmental impact assessment work and has Freeport status, through Freeport of Finland Ltd.

Traffic

Approx 4,900,000t of cargo, 57,000TEU and 1,927 passengers handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Hanko?

The pilot boards at Archipelago pilot boarding, Hanko N, 59°46.9′N 023°00.3′E. Hanko has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Hanko in?

Local time at Hanko is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Hanko?

The deepest berth listed is at Western Harbour: 13.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Hanko?

1005.

Which load line zone is Hanko in?

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Hanko?

Port State Control at Hanko: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Hanko?

The UN/LOCODE of Hanko is FIHKO.

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