Karlshamn

1. Karlshamn (q) Karlshamn east Centralharbour Pilot boards56°07.2′N 014°53.4′E
2. Karlshamn (r) Karlshamn west Oxhaga Kölö Stilleryd ship <180m Pilot boards56°06.6′N 014°49.5′E
3. Karlshamn boarding, outer position Pilot boards56°05.0′N 014°51.6′E

Size limits

LOA 245m, draught 13.5m, 100,000DWT.

Water density

1007.

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

No tide, but water rises with strong N to NE winds, and falls with strong S or SW'ly winds.

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

Approach

Approach and Entry: The main approach to Karlshamn from the S or SE is from a position E of Hanobanken, where the route leads NW through clear water to a position approx 5nm S of Karlshamn. Approach may also be made via Hanosund, the track leading NNE to a similar position as above. From this position separate channels lead to the main harbour and the associated harbour at Stilleryd. Vessels approaching from the E should pass well S of Tarno (56°07.0'N 014°58.5'E)

Karlshamn Centralhamnen: The port is approached on the alignment of a leading line and leading lights through a broad channel marked by buoys which divides 1nm S of the harbour. The main entrance channel then leads NW on the alignment of leading lights through a channel marked by buoys and lightbuoys to enter the harbour between breakwaters on the W side. An alternative branch channel leads NNW on the alignment of leading lights, through a channel marked by buoys, to enter the N part of the harbour but this channel is partially obstructed by a line of dolphins at the degaussing range N of Kasellet.

Stillerydshamnen: The harbour is approached on the alignment of leading lights through a broad channel marked by buoys and light buoys and entered through dredged channels marked by buoys and light buoys.

Anchorages

S of the inner harbour, in the outer part of Karlshamnsfjarden, there are depths of 17.0-25.0m with bottom of sand and clay. This anchorage is exposed to S winds. With local knowledge, anchorage may be obtained in a depth of 11.0m, clay, in an area 200m wide W of Kastellet (56°09.6'N 014°52.0'E). Anchorage is limited to 24 hours in this area unless permission to extend the stay is granted by the authorities.

Prohibited anchorage: In certain areas W and E of the Starno peninsula and within the minefields laid in the approaches to the port, anchorage is prohibited.

Restrictions

Arrivals and departures, weather permitting.

Restricted Area: A military protected area is established south of Starno.

Degaussing Range: Vessels must pass N of the DG range situated N of Kastellet and manoeuvre carefully in its vicinity.

Tugs

There are 2 harbour authority tugs available, 1 x 2,500hp and 1 x 2,000hp. Tugs own ropes usually used, both tugs are equipped with fire fighting equipment.

Charts and publications

BA 2855, 2856. Admiralty Pilot NP19, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notify ETA 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival, any ETA changes within 24 hours to be advised immediately.

Communications

VHF: Port: Ch 16; 12, 13. Tel: +46 454 305000, Fax: +46 454 305030, email: [email protected].

Karlshamn Pilots: Ch 13. Tel: +46 454 84363, Fax: +46 454 12008.

Health

On arrival, for vessels arriving from Non European Ports a Health Declaration to be issued by the Master.

Customs and immigration

Allowances: 200 cigarettes, 1 litre of spirits for crew members of 20 years of age and over.

For quantities in excess of above, fines are depending on the crew members wages.

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.

Repairs

Available, minor repairs. At Starno Vindhamn there is patent slip 43m in length, with a lifting capacity of 500t.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available.

Medical

Blekingesjukhuset in Karlshamn, 3km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Ronneby Airport in Kallinge, 30km.

Nearest railway: Karlshamn, 3km.

Working hours

Normally Mon-Fri 0700-1600hrs.

Where it is

Port of Karlshamn is strategically located in one of southern Sweden's main industrial area and the centre of the new trade routes between Scandinavia and Eastern Europe and the Baltic.

The port

A SE Baltic port, accessible all year round with a harbour protected by breakwaters, with good anchorage. It is a major commercial port well equipped to handle most types of vessel including large tankers and bulk carriers.

Imports: Copra, oil seed, coal, vegetable and mineral oils, and general cargo.

Exports: Pulp and paper products, stone, grain, timber and animal feed.

Where does the pilot board at Karlshamn?

The pilot boards at Karlshamn (q) Karlshamn east Centralharbour, 56°07.2′N 014°53.4′E. Karlshamn has 3 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Karlshamn in?

Local time at Karlshamn 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 Karlshamn?

The deepest berth listed is at Starno Power Station: 13.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Karlshamn?

1007.

Which load line zone is Karlshamn 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 Karlshamn?

Port State Control at Karlshamn: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Karlshamn?

The UN/LOCODE of Karlshamn is SEKAN.

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