Larvik

1. Langesundsbukta Pilot boards58°56.5′N 009°47.6′E

Size limits

Max LOA 250m, beam unrestricted (Larvik Stone Terminal (Svartebukt), draught 10.0m and 32,354DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

Range 0.5m.

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 deep water approach to Larvik Havn is from the SSE between Svennerholmene (58°58'N., 010°09'E) and Rakkebaane, 3nm W. Entry is through Larviksfjorden.

Approach can also be made from E through Skipsleia (59°00'N., 010°10'E) which leads between, to the S, the dangers off the N side of Svenner and Rauer, 2.5nm ENE; and to the N, the dangers offlying the mainland between Larviksfjorden and Sandefjordsfjorden, 6nm ENE. Local knowledge is required.

Port limits

The harbour area includes the head of Larviksfjorden as far S as a line extending E from Robergodden (59°01.9'N., 010°01.9'E) to the N side of the mouth of Numedalslagen.

Anchorages

The principal anchorage is available within the Jordebukta (59°01.8'N., 10°01.4'E.) in depths of 40.0-57.0m.

Quarantine: Quarantine anchorage is in the outer road of the harbour.

Outer Anchorage: Ostre Halsen (59°02.00'N., 10°04.00'E) affords good anchorage, over a bottom of clay, and has a mooring buoy in deep water.

Restrictions

Speed: Vessels should not exceed 5kts, N of a line drawn between Robergodden (59°02.0'N., 010°01.6E) and Revet, 0.5nm NE.

Pipelines: It is understood that outfall pipelines extend seaward from N-W shores of the harbour. Additional submarine cables extend S from Larvik.

Tugs

To be ordered from Brevik (30km).

Mooring

Moorings which are available on the W side of the head of the harbour have been used to stern moor vessels of up to 20,000GT.

Berthing: For vessels are the Larvik Stone Terminal (Svartebukt), night berthing in the winter is not possible, however, during the summer months it is possible.

Charts and publications

BA 1402. N55 and 480. Admiralty Pilot NP56.

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Arrival Notification, in the prescribed format, to the Navy should be made 24 hours before entering Norwegian territorial waters (baseline), also Hazmat notification if dangerous/noxious cargo onboard. See country information.

Additional ETA's should be sent 12 and 6 hours prior to arrival, to the vessel's agent.

Communications

Radio: Any Norwegian Coastal Radio station can be used for passing messages at long range. All coastal radio stations are operated 24 hours a day throughout the year.

Inmarsat communication available up to Lat 75°N.

Pilots contact info

VHF: Ch 13, 16

Call Sign: "Brevik Control"

Telephone: +47 33 034 954

Larvik Port Authority contact info

VHF: Ch 12, 14, 16

Telephone: +47 33 165 750

Facsimile: +47 33 180 772

Email: [email protected]

Standard messages

See Country Information.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in accordance with Charter Party when vessel is ready to start loading/discharging. When berth is not available for loading/discharging NOR to be tendered when anchoring or according to Charter Party.

Documents

Note: (1) At first port of call in Norway, only.

The above are required by Customs. Additional Crew and Passenger Lists are required by Immigration officials.

There are no special forms to be completed. Agent can supply Customs forms if not available onboard.

Health

There is no need to apply for pratique.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificates (SSCC) can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs: Allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects Declaration. Goods on the declaration are not to be taken ashore. Penalties for non compliance are severe fines.

Immigration: Board at first port of call (cruise vessels only). They require a Crew List and a Passenger List and will make random passport inspections. All passports should be available for a quick clearance, which normally takes 15-20 minutes.

Notices and regulations

Entry: Firing Danger Area: The approach passes through the Rakke Gunnery Range (58°58.8'N., 010°02.3'E). When firing is in progress mariners wishing to enter Larviksfjorden should communicate with the pilot boat or firing range.

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.

Inspection of ships in Norway

Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sjofartsdir.no

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue: DNV

RSO - Security Consultant Services: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Port Security Information: Norwegian Costal Administration

Telephone: +47 22 65 58 20

Website: www.kystverket.no

For further ISPS information see IMO website https://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor alongside dock and engine repairs can be undertaken.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Larvik Sykehus (1.45km). Seamen's doctor, Tel: +47 33 11 60 01.

Transport

Nearest airport: Sandefjord Airport (25km) and Gardermoen Airport, Oslo, (200km).

Nearest railway: Larvik stasjon (1.15km).

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

Nearest public transport: Bus routes throughout Larvik.

Working hours

Larvik Port Authority office opening hours: Mon-Fri 0700-1530hrs.

Where it is

Larvik is situated at the head of Larviksfjorden, 117km from Oslo, Norway.

The port

Larvik harbour offers an abundance of manoeuvring space and there are no navigation problems. There is over 10m of water alongside the main quay and the most modern loading and unloading technology is in use. The main industries are metal, lumber, nutrients and stone. It is a major ferry port with links to Denmark and UK.

Traffic

Approx 1,400,000t of cargo, 45,000TEU, 1,000 vessels and 740,000 passengers handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Larvik?

The pilot boards at Langesundsbukta, 58°56.5′N 009°47.6′E.

What time zone is Larvik in?

Local time at Larvik 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 Larvik?

The deepest berth listed is at Larvik Stone Terminal (Svartebukt): 10.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Larvik?

1025.

Which load line zone is Larvik in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Larvik?

Port State Control at Larvik: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Larvik?

The UN/LOCODE of Larvik is NOLAR.

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