Kilpilahti

Size limits

Max LOA 330m, beam 50m, draught 15.2m and 164,716DWT.

Water density

1000-1006.

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.

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

Approach

Main approach channel: From W of Kalbadagrund Lighthouse, the main approach channel is 270m width, with a max draught of 15.3m, passing W and NW of the Kolhallen shoals, then E of Larsskar 60°09'N., 025°38'E and then W of Emasalo, through Svartbackinselka to Kilpilahti (Skoldvik) 60°18'N., 025°33'E.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Vessels are controlled by Helsinki VTS.

Anchorages

There is an anchorage in depths of approximately 22m, with good holding ground, close E of the oil harbour.

Anchorage with depths of 20m-30m available 3.5nm NW of Kalbadagrund Lighthouse (59°59.1'N., 025°35.8'E), W of the main entrance fairway. During calm weather anchorage in the outer approach is possible, however, once the weather turns then the aforementioned area is no longer safe.

Restrictions

During the winter there are no night movements for large tankers and vessels are limited to a maximum beam of 21.3m. During the ice free period, all berths are surrounded by oil booms.

An advisory speed limit of 6 knots exists north of latitude 60° 17.8 N. Outgoing vessels may deviate from the advisory speed limit, if no vessels are moored to the quays to be passed.

Tugs

Scandinavian Tugowners Standard Conditions are applied in all Neste Harbour tug operations. Tugboat escort to all over 40,000DWT tankers from pilot boarding position to port.

Note: In addition all vessels leaving and entering Berth 5 shall be assisted by at least one tug. For Berth 8, gas carriers over 3,000GT will use a Type B on arrival and a 5,000GT on departure. In the event that the vessel is over 3,000GT and not fitted with an operative bow thruster one additional Type C is required. All gas carriers over 5,000GT a Type B is also required on departure. Gas carriers over 15,000GT a Type A/B is required for arrival and departure. For Berth 9, gas carriers over 5,000GT will require a Type B on arrival and departure. In the event that the vessel is not fitted with an operative bow thruster one additional Type C is required.

Special Weather Conditions: In the event that the wind exceeds 15m/s when a vessel is entering or departing then an additional tug (Type C, min 15BP, over 100,000DWT min 30BP) will be required. This is excluding tankers over 100,000-150,000DWT as an additional tug is already taken into account in normal operation conditions.

Mooring

The ropes and wires of the vessel as well as the mooring winches must comply with the OCIMF recommendations. Mixed moorings, that is the combined use of ropes and wires with different breaking strength/elongation factor in the same fixture ashore is prohibited.

Charts and publications

BA 2248, 3817. Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).

Notice of readiness

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

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.

Notices and regulations

Handling Waste: Vessels are responsible for the proper separation of their waste and for the delivery of the waste to the locations indicated by the harbour. Vessels must notify the harbour of the quantity and type of their waste no later than 24hrs before the arrival. The vessels crew are required to transport and sort the waste into the collection containers located onshore of each jetty. These collection points are to be given by the Loading Master on arrival and once the delivery of waste is agreed. In the case that the vessel intends to deliver empty gas cylinders/pressure bottles or medicines to ashore, the recycling arrangements must be agreed with the vessel’s agent in advance.

Tank Washing: To be carried out prior to entry to the harbour or at the anchorage area. After discharging the washing water and the vessel still needs to wash the tank where the washing water had been stored during the voyage, then the Master is required to submit a request prior to arrival (alongside advance notice notification). Once berthed, the Master is required to present a washing plan and a permission will be granted in writing.

Inert Gas: Inert gas to be used if the vessel is discharging or loading crude oil or gasoline and if the vessel is discharging or loading low flash-point products with a flash point below 60 degrees Centigrade or with a handling temperature of less than 10 degrees Centigrade below the flash point. If the vessel exceeds 20,000DWT (built after 1st January 2016 size limit 8,000DWT), inert gas will be used when handling the aforementioned substances. The tanks must be inerted when loading, discharging or washing cargo tanks in the harbour area. If the vessel is less than 20,0000DWT(built after 1st January 2016 size limit 8,000DWT), inert gas will be used when handling the aforementioned substances if the vessel is equipped with an inert gas generator.

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

Any maintenance work, repairs and paintings shall be agreed with terminal and recorded in SSSCL or these shall be carried out at anchor. If maintenance works and repairs are decided to be conducted whilst at berth, work permit/plan and risk assessment should be presented to the Loading Master on arrival. If

the vessel intends to carry out maintenance while berthed that prevents it from moving under its own power, the Master of the ship shall request permission in connection with the advance notice. Stand by tug is required during immobilisation. It is worth noting that any hot work is prohibited while berthed at the port. In the event that work is needed then permission by the Harbour must be granted and not to be carried out during cargo operations.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available at all berths (Berth 8 and 9 may be delivered by road tanker only).

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Terveystalo Porvoo Kilpilahti (2.7km) and Porvoo Hospital (11.4km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Helsinki Airport (32.2km), Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (162km) and Lappeenranta Airport (164km).

Nearest railway: Railway lines located within the Kilpilahti business area. Rail tank wagons are used to service the Neste Oil Oyj unloading terminal.

Nearest highway: The port has access to European Route E18. The route runs 1,890km from Craigavon, Ireland in the W to Saint Petersburg, Russia in the E.

Nearest public transport: Bus routes throughout Kringelmalm (5.3km).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Kilpilahti (Skoldvik) is located on the S coast of Finland, 45km E of Helsinki, Finland.

The port

Kilpilahti, also known as Skoldvik and Porvoo, is the largest port in Finland by cargo tonnage, specialising in liquid cargo operations. Strategically located to service the Porvoo Refinery, which is operated by Neste Oyj, Kilpilahti plays a vital role in the country's energy and chemical sectors.

The port features nine berths, with seven dedicated to handling a diverse range of products. These include Clean and Dirty Products, Aviation Fuel, Vegetable Oils, Chemical Gases, Chemicals such as Molten Sulphur, Crude Oil, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and Liquefied Carbon Dioxide (CO2).

Traffic

Approx 22,400,000t of cargo and 930 vessels handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Kilpilahti?

Pilotage is provided by Helsinki.

What time zone is Kilpilahti in?

Local time at Kilpilahti 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 Kilpilahti?

The deepest berth listed is at Porvoo Refinery: 15.30 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Kilpilahti?

1000-1006.

Which load line zone is Kilpilahti 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 Kilpilahti?

Port State Control at Kilpilahti: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Kilpilahti?

The UN/LOCODE of Kilpilahti is FISKV.

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