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Klaksvik
Pilot
updated Aug 2010- Klakksvik boarding — Position Echo Pilot boards62°13.0′N 006°38.0′W
- Klakksvik boarding — Position Hotel Pilot boards62°16.3′N 006°41.0′W
Pilotage is not compulsory but available if required and pilot meets vessels in the approach to Klaksvik. Vessels requiring pilot assistance should contact the harbour master 12 hours before arriving at position 62°14.0'N 006°38.0'W.
Key data
updated May 2019Size limits
Draught 7.5m
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.
Tides
Range 1.2m springs, 1.0m neaps. Tidal streams in Pollurin are not known following the construction of a causeway across Haraldssund but previously they were weak. Current tide patterns do not hinder port operations.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shell/Equinor Terminal | 8.00 m | 150 m | 1 |
| Klaksvik Terminal | 7.50 m | 180 m | 4 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Feb 2017Approach
The harbour is approached from Kalsoyarfjorour through the Pollurin or Klaks-Red (62°15.0'N 006°37.0'W), the land locked area of water between the S side of Kunoy and the coast of Bordoy S and SE. The main entrance is from the NW between Kunoy and Klakkur. The harbour is the safest in the Faeroe Islands. The route from both N and S is deep and clearly marked.
Directions for entering harbour: Pollurin: From a position in Kalsoyarfjordur abreast Kalsoy Light, the route through Pollurin to a leading line into Klaksvik leads E passing between Klaks and the S side of Kunoy, both of which are fringed by a narrow bank.
At night a white sector (256-269°), astern, of Kalsoy Light leads through Pollurin.
Klaksvik Leading Lights: Front light (grey metal column) extending from W side of Klaksvik.
Rear light (similar structure) (0.1nm S of front light) near middle of pier extending from W side of Klaksvik.
The alignment (170°) of these lights leads in mid-channel through the entrance and outer part of Klaksvik.
Port limits
The N limit of the harbour is defined by a line joining two stone beacons, one on each side of the entrance to the inlet at Oduklettur and Kluftin.
Anchorages
There is excellent anchorage with a firm sea bed and depth of 35-45m on the sheltered Pollurin (Roads), in the lee of Kunoy island. Distance from the harbour is 800m.
Tugs
Available on request.
Mooring
No restrictions.
Charts and publications
BA 3567, 2182D, Danish charts 82, 84. Admiralty Pilot NP52, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA to be advised 24 and 12 hours in advance. ETA message to include nationality, length and draught of vessel.
Communications
RadioThorshavn coast station is recommended for passing messages at long range. Station operates throughout 24 hours on 1641-1758kHz frequency. Inmarsat communication is possible.
VHF: Ch 12, Ch 16, Harbour Office can be contacted on Ch 12 and 16.
Notice of readiness
NOR to be tendered when vessel is all fast.
Health
Health pratique can be applied for by radio. Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.
Customs and immigration
Customs allowances for officers and crew are 1 bottle of spirit and 200 cigarettes. There are no restrictions on crew and/or passengers joining/leaving a ship.
Port services
updated Oct 2020Repairs
The shipyard has a slipway with capacity of up to 800t, all types of facilities are available with modern mechanical and electronic workshops.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available from all piers.
Bunkering: Fuel and diesel oil are available (Shell and Equinor) at the oil jetty as well as from road tankers at all piers throughout the harbour area.
Stores: Provisions, ice and salt are available.
Medical
Klaksvik Hospital, 0.3km.
Crew change
Available.
Transport
Nearest airport: Vagar (International) airport located at Sorvagur, 40km. There is a heliport located at Klaksvik, 1.8km.
Working hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1700hrs.
About Klaksvik
updated Aug 2010Where it is
The small port of Klaksvik is located on the SW coast of Borda, one of the Faeroe Islands.
The port
The harbour is formed by a natural, sheltered bay with two entrances. A mole extends 90m ENE, then 75m NE from the W shore, 0.35nm SSW of the quay.
Questions about Klaksvik
Where does the pilot board at Klaksvik?
The pilot boards at Klakksvik boarding — Position Echo, 62°13.0′N 006°38.0′W. Klaksvik has 2 pilot boarding places.
What time zone is Klaksvik in?
Local time at Klaksvik is UTC+0. Clocks go to UTC+1 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+0 on 31 Oct 2027.
What is the maximum draft at Klaksvik?
The deepest berth listed is at Shell/Equinor Terminal: 8.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Klaksvik?
1025.
Which load line zone is Klaksvik in?
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone I, Winter Oct 16 to Apr 15, Summer Apr 16 to Oct 15.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Klaksvik?
The UN/LOCODE of Klaksvik is FOKVI.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Klaksvik say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
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