Hirtshals

1. Hirtshals Pilot boards57°37.0′N 009°57.0′E

Size limits

LOA 200m, draught 7.0m.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

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

Tides

Range 0.3m. The water level is raised in W storms by up to 1.5m and lowered in E storms by up to 1.0m.

The current across the port entrance is determined by the wind. The current flows strongest and most frequently west to east, and can in certain situations exceed 3 knots.

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

Approach

The approach to Hirtshals is marked on its E side by Hirtshals Lightbuoy moored 0.47nm NNE of the breakwater head and then by 1 buoy (port hand). Lightbuoys (starboard hand) are moored 0.3nm and 0.17nm NW of the breakwater head.

A shoal with a depth of 3.6m lies 0.45nm NNE of the entrance to the harbour.

A wave meter marked by 2 lightbuoys (yellow) is situated close E of Hirtshals Lightbuoy.

The range lights at the entrance lie in the direction 166°. The range lights are furnished with red-painted triangle top markings, which at night appear as luminous triangles.

Restrictions

Water depth at harbour entrance is 10m.

Tugs

There are 2 tugs with a 7t and 13t pull, available by contacting the Harbour Office.

Charts and publications

BA 2671. Admiralty Pilot NP55. NP286(2).

ETA 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, 4 and 1 hour 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: Pilots & Port; Ch 16, 12, 13.

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.

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

Repairs

There are repair facilities available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available.

Medical

Region Hospital North Jutland Hjorring, 19.8km.

Crew change

There are facilities available for dealing with crew members and passengers.

Transport

Nearest airport: Aalborg Airport located at Nooresundby, 60km.

Nearest railway: Hirtshals.

Working hours

Normally Mon and Tue 0700-1600hrs; Wed-Fri 0700-1500hrs. Tanker working can be arranged through the night.

Where it is

Hirtshals is situated on the N coast of Jutland opening into the Skagerrak.

The port

The port is well protected with large fishing centre operation and one of Denmark largest Ro-Ro and ferry harbour with close connection to Norway and the North Atlantic. The port also handles general cargo, bulk and passengers.

Traffic

Approx 1,900,000t of cargo and 990,000 passengers are handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Hirtshals?

The pilot boards at Hirtshals, 57°37.0′N 009°57.0′E.

What time zone is Hirtshals in?

Local time at Hirtshals 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 Hirtshals?

The deepest berth listed is at North Sea Terminal: 7.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Hirtshals?

1025.

Which load line zone is Hirtshals 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 Hirtshals?

Port State Control at Hirtshals: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Hirtshals?

The UN/LOCODE of Hirtshals is DKHIR.

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