PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Karlsborg
Pilot
updated May 2010- Karlsborg pilot boarding Pilot boards65°20.0′N 022°45.0′E
The port is covered by the pilotage district of Lulea and pilotage is compulsory. Pilots board 1nm E of Farstugrunden Light (65°29'N 021°49'E) at the SE entrance to Lulea. The pilots are available throughout 24 hours and are ordered from VTS Centre, Lulea. The following vessels are subject to compulsory pilotage.
Key data
updated Nov 2023Size limits
LOA 133.41m, beam 19.7m, draught 7.3m, 11,048DWT.
Water density
1025.
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
The highest water level occurs during autumn and spring whilst the lowest occurs during late summer. S winds increase the height of the water level. N winds lower it.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akelsvik Oil Terminal | 8.80 m | 78 m | 1 |
| Billerud Karlsborg Terminal | 7.30 m | 133 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 Nov 2023Approach
Directions for entering the harbour:
From Repskarsfjarden continue along alignment 338° of Kvarnoren (65°47'N 023°19'E) and Karlsborg Lights, until abreast of Djupgrundet lying 1nm SSE of Kvarnoren Light.
From this position, alter course NW to bring Dyrasholmen SE Light (post on white pedestal, 65°46.9'N 023°17.0'E ) ahead bearing 317° and follow the track through a channel marked by buoys (lateral and cardinal) passing (with position from Dyrasholmen SE Light);
NE of Rossorgrundet (1.25nm SE) with a depth of 1.2m over it, then NE of Kyrkgrundet (1nm SE) with a depth of 2.4m over it, NE of shoal water extending from the islet of Stor-Jakobgrundet (0.6nm SSE), then SW of the reef extending 0.2nm SW from Kvarnoren (0.5nm ESE).
Alter course to the N on to the line of the following lights:
Rison Leading Lights:
Front light (white triangle in red rectangle on framework tower, 65°48.3'N 023°15.7'E) located on the islet of Laxholmen.
Rear light (white triangle in red rectangle on framework tower), 550m from front light.
The alignment (336°) of these lights leads toward the berths passing;
ENE of a shoal (0.3nm SE) with depth of 1.9m over it, marked by a buoy (port hand)
ENE of the shoal water (0.1nm ENE) on the E side of Dyrasholmen, marked by a buoy (port hand).
WSW of the bank (0.3nm N) which extends S from the quays of Karlsborg, marked by a lightbuoy and a buoy (both starboard hand).
Traffic schemes and VTS
VTS Lulea will provide vessels, on request, with information on traffic in the area, restrictions to navigation and any other information of navigable significance.
Anchorages
The pilot will provide details of the most suitable anchorage position.
Tugs
A tug is available.
Charts and publications
BA 2098. Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).
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
Designated Authority: Swedish Maritime Administration/Swedish Maritime Safety Inspectorate.
Address: SE-601 78, Norrkoping, Sweden.
Tel: +46 11 191000
Fax: +46 11 101949
Email: [email protected]
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org.
Port services
updated Nov 2023Repairs
Engineering repairs can be carried out.
Bunkers, water and stores
Available.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Kalix Hospital (9km).
Transport
Nearest airport: Lulea Airport (60km).
About Karlsborg
updated May 2010Where it is
Karlsborg is situated 80km E of Lulea, on the Baltic Sea.
The port
Karlsborg is also the port for Kalix, 5nm NW, a centre for the export of woodpulp, cellulose, board and other timber products. Imports include nitrates, sulphate, cement, salt and oil.
Questions about Karlsborg
Where does the pilot board at Karlsborg?
The pilot boards at Karlsborg pilot boarding, 65°20.0′N 022°45.0′E.
What time zone is Karlsborg in?
Local time at Karlsborg 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 Karlsborg?
The deepest berth listed is at Akelsvik Oil Terminal: 8.80 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Karlsborg?
1025.
Which load line zone is Karlsborg 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 Karlsborg?
Port State Control at Karlsborg: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Karlsborg?
The UN/LOCODE of Karlsborg is SEKXV.
Tips from seafarers
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