PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Koverhar
Pilot
updated May 2010Pilotage is available from Hanko Pilot Station, Tel: +358 3 248 2246. The Pilot Station is equipped with radar.
Key data
updated Sep 2016Size limits
Draught 9.1m.
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.
Tides
Brackish.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koverhar Harbour Terminal | — | — | 2 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Sep 2016Approach
The main approach is at Ajax Beacon. There is a lighted fairway with a depth of 12m. From the roads to the harbour, the depth is 11.0m.
Anchorages
Anchorage is available 0.4nm NE, and in the green sector (190°-226°) of Syndalsholm Light.
Restrictions
During wintertime only. Berthing is available throughout 24 hours.
Tugs
Available.
Charts and publications
BA 2241. Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA to be advised to Koverhar Harbour Office 48, 24 and 12 hours prior to arrival of vessel.
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.
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
Custom service is available at Hanko.
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
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
Port services
updated Sep 2016Repairs
Minor repairs are available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Medical
Raseborgs Sjukhus at Raasepori, 21km.
Crew change
Possible.
Transport
Nearest airport: Helsinki, 130km.
Working hours
Mon-Fri, 0700-2300hrs.
About Koverhar
updated Sep 2016Where it is
Koverhar is located in the Gulf of Finland on the SW coast of Finland.
The port
The main cargoes handled are general cargos, cement and dry bulk.
Questions about Koverhar
What are the pilot arrangements at Koverhar?
Pilotage is available from Hanko Pilot Station, Tel: +358 3 248 2246.
What time zone is Koverhar in?
Local time at Koverhar is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.
Which load line zone is Koverhar 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 Koverhar?
Port State Control at Koverhar: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Koverhar?
The UN/LOCODE of Koverhar is FIKVH.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Koverhar 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.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.