Molde

Size limits

Max LOA 139.5m, beam 20.8m, draught 11m, 8,388DWT.

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 1.8m - 2.0m.

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

Approach

Distances from the open sea to Molde through the various approaches are:

Through Breidsundet and Indreleia, 40nm, if by the W of Lepsoy add 6nm.

Through Nogvafjorden, 30nm.

Through Buadjupet and Julsundet, 25nm.

The white sectors of Molde Hamn Light lead as follows:

Bearing 070°-081°, S of Resbjora (a headland, 0.85nm E of Julneset), then N of Mekgrunna.

Bearing 053.5°-066°, S of Mekgrunna, with due regard for a 6.0m patch, 0.1nm SE of Mekgrunna and in this sector. Then N of Bjorsetholmen.

Although Molde Hamn may be entered N or S of Mekgrunna, the N approach is recommended.

Inner Approaches: Harbour Light (62° 43.9'N 007°09.5'E).

Port limits

The position of the port seaward boundaries are 62°43.3'N 007°03.5'E.

Traffic schemes and VTS

There are no vessel traffic management systems in operation. The vessel should report to the Harbour Authorities 1 hour before arrival reporting the ETA, length and draught.

Anchorages

Large vessels can anchor off Molde in depths of 30-35m, sand and clay.

Vessels in quarantine are required to anchor near Moldeholmen which is situated 0.8nm ESE of Reknes Molde.

Tugs

Not compulsory but available from Aalesund, Bergen and Aukra (10nm from Molde Harbour).

Mooring

Any side can be used for the berth. No special requirements.

Charts and publications

Chart Molde 33, 34, 484. BA 1428. Admiralty Pilot NP57B, NP286(2).

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). See country information. Additional ETA's should be sent 12 and 6 hours prior to arrival to the vessel's agent.

Communications

Email: Harbour Master: [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.

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 ships 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.

Flags

No special requirements.

Notices and regulations

From Reknes Mole to Aro Light there is a speed limit of 5kts this is to be exceeded only with the Harbour Master's permission.

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

Available, for thrusters, cranes, mechanical repairs and all kinds of electrical equipment.

Dry docks

There are no drydocks available but there is a slipway that handles vessels up to 65m LOA.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available from the berth by barge or road tanker.

Bunkering: Small quantities are available by barge or road tanker.

Medical

Molde Hospital, 2km.

Crew change

Crew and passenger changes can take place.

Transport

Nearest airport: Molde Airport, 6km.

Nearest railway: Andalsnes, 58km.

Working hours

Normal working hours 0800-1600hrs. Holiday working is possible.

Where it is

Molde is situated on the NW coast of Norway, in the Ronsdalsfjord.

The port

The port has a deep and wide entrance and a good holding anchorage. Depth at entrance varies between 27.4-36.6m. Ice free and open throughout the year. The port has quay facilities for passenger ships (cruise ships), Ro-Pax, Ro-Ro, containers, palletised cargo, cements and other dry bulk.

Main exports: Fish and fish products. Main imports: Iron, machinery and food.

Traffic

Approx 5,500,000t of cargo, 8,600 vessels and 42,000 passengers handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Molde?

Kristiansund Pilot, located near Grip Island 63°15'N 007°36'E, Tel: +47 71 57 08 00, Fax: 47 71 57 08 01.

What time zone is Molde in?

Local time at Molde 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 Molde?

The deepest berth listed is at Moldegard Terminal: 11.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Molde?

1025.

Which load line zone is Molde 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 Molde?

Port State Control at Molde: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Molde?

The UN/LOCODE of Molde is NOMOL.

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