Jakobstad

1. Pietarsaari Pilot boards63°44.7′N 022°27.6′E

Size limits

LOA 241.79m, beam 35.2m, draught 11.0m, 61,215DWT.

Water density

1002.

Load line zone

Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

MAX 1.39m, MHW 0.89m, MLW -0.7m, MIN -1.13m.

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

Approach

The port is approached from the W and entered via a Pietarsaari/Jakobstad channel, marked by leading lights, lightbuoys and buoys. There are three lines in the channel marked with boards with maximum authorised draught of 11.0m. The main approach channel from seaward leads between Kallan Light and Nygrundet Light, the outer channel from Kallan to Masskar is open and unsheltered from winds and the inner channel is used for pilot boarding station; approx 1.5nm W of the Pietarsaari/Jakobstad lighthouse. The fairway channel has length approx 7.0nm, width of 120m including the harbour basin for swinging area in diameter of 300m at Laukko quay.

The area is normally ice-covered from December to April. During ice formation winds and currents may create a heavy brash ice barrier between Pietarsaari edge mark and Masskar. Later on ice ridges may occur off Pietarsaari edge mark. Ice movement may cause buoys and spar buoys to be pressed under ice (surface) over the whole length of the channel.

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Traffic schemes and VTS

The approaches are covered by Sector C of the Bothnia mandatory scheme.

Reporting: Vessels are required to report on VHF Ch 67 (as detailed below) and shall maintain a continuous listening watch on Ch 67.

The report is acknowledged by the VTS centre which provides the vessel with information on other vessels, fairway and weather conditions and other factors affecting safe navigation.

Anchorages

Vessels may anchor in Ado Roadstead (63°43.5'N 022°38.5'E), in depths of 11.0-13.0m. Alternatively anchorage may be obtained off Masskar (63°43.7'N 022°35.3'E), but local knowledge is necessary.

Anchorage for larger vessels may be obtained, in depth of approx 20.0m, in the outer channel.

Restrictions

At night, tankers carrying more than 4,000t of oil are prohibited in the channels between the sea and the tanker berths.

The protective zone extends to a distance of 25m from the vessel when liquid operation is unloading.

Tugs

Available 24 hours a day by requiring 3 hours notice in advance.

Tel: +358 40 557 5692.

Charts and publications

BA 2085, 3674. Finnish 51. Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

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

Communications

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

Inmarsat communication is possible.

Port Authority, VHF: Port: Ch 12, 13, 16.

Tel: +358 6723 1388 / 6128, Email: [email protected]

VTS: Bothnia VTS, VHF Ch 67. Tel: +358 20 448 7356, Fax: +358 20 448 7357.

Notice of readiness

NOR is to be tendered on arrival in accordance with the Charter Party. Working hours are normally 0800-1600hrs.

Health

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

Ship Sanitation Certificate and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

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.

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

Available. There is a slipway with a capacity of 200t; max draught of 3.4m.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Fuel oil available.

Medical

Jakobstad Hospital, 5km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, 22km.

Nearest railway: Pietarsaari Rautatieasema, 5km.

Working hours

Normally, Mon-Fri 0700-1600hrs, 1600-2400hrs. Sat 0700-1500hrs.

Where it is

Jakobstad is located in the W of Finland, on the E coast of the Gulf of Bothnia.

The port

The port handles general cargo, pulp, sawn timber, paper, cement, dry bulk, chemicals and liquid cargo.

Traffic

Approx 1,500,000t of cargo handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Jakobstad?

The pilot boards at Pietarsaari, 63°44.7′N 022°27.6′E.

What time zone is Jakobstad in?

Local time at Jakobstad 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 Jakobstad?

The deepest berth listed is at Jakobstad Terminal: 11.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Jakobstad?

1002.

Which load line zone is Jakobstad in?

Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Jakobstad?

Port State Control at Jakobstad: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Jakobstad?

The UN/LOCODE of Jakobstad is FIPRS.

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