Randers

1. Randers Pilot boards56°37.0′N 010°25.0′E

Size limits

LOA 122.34m, beam 16.5m, draught 5.8m, 8,661DWT.

Water density

Brackish.

Load line zone

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length. Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

Range 0.2m. The outgoing stream is predominant. Winds from the NW veering NE can raise water level by up to 1.8m; winds from S or SE can lower it by 1.0m.

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

Approach

An 18nm buoyed and lighted channel, dredged to 7.0m, leads from Randers Fjord Lightbuoy to the harbour. The outer 3.3nm of the channel, which lead over the bar, has a bottom width from 30-45m, the remainder above Udbyhoej has a minimum width of 22m.The depth in the harbour is 7.0m, tidal waters + 0.6m (normal weather).

Anchorages

Anchorage is available E of the Fairway Buoy close to the entrance to Randers Fjord. The bottom consists of fine sand and the depth is 8.0m. With strong onshore winds, vessels may find a good anchorage approx 5nm farther ESE close W of Tangen Shoal which breaks the sea considerably. The holding ground is good.

Prohibited anchorage: It is prohibited to drop or drag anchor within a distance of 100m from:

The ferryline between Udbyhoj and Udbyhoj Vasehuse;

The ferryline between Voer and Mellerup;

Dragstrup Enge and the pier in Randers port.

Restrictions

From Skalmstrup Vig to the port the max speed is 6kts.

The vertical clearance at the power transmission line by Romalt Enge is 40m.

Tugs

There is 1 icebreaking tug with a bollard pull of 10t available.

Mooring

Vessels of up to 145m in length can turn in the basin.

Charts and publications

BA 905, 2108. Admiralty Pilot NP18, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be sent 24 hours prior to arrival. ETA messages should be passed to the ship's agent who will relay it to relevant parties (port, stevedores, work gangs, etc). Pilot requires ETA at boarding point 24, 12 and 4 hours prior to arrival.

Vessels approaching the Fairway Lightbuoy inbound, leaving the harbour or shifting berth must report at least 15 minutes in advance on VHF Ch 16. Corrections should be made within 10 minutes.

Communications

Lyngby Radio (the only coast radio station in Denmark) is recommended for passing messages. The station works throughout 24 hours.

Inmarsat communication is possible.

VHF: Port : Ch 16 12, Tel: +45 86 421057, Email: [email protected].

Pilots: DanPilot - Danish State Pilotage: Ch 16, 67. Tel: +45 63 256666, Email: [email protected].

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered in accordance with the terms of the Charter Party.

Documents

These are for agent, Customs and Immigration.

The agent will bring aboard the Master's Declaration and Customs Declaration for the Master to sign.

Health

Pratique is not required for Danish ports. Agent may request a Maritime Declaration of Health from the Master.

Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed in large ports.

Customs and immigration

Clearance is handled by the agent but Customs Officers may board at any time to check the validity of the documents handed to the agent.

Immigration: There are no restrictions for crew. Passengers of nationalities which require a visa are only allowed transit in Denmark for 36 hours.

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: Danish Coastal Authority.

Position: Senior Project Manager.

Address: Postboks 131, DK-7620, Lemvig, Denmark.

Tel: +45 99 63 63 63.

Fax: +45 99 63 63 99.

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.maritimsikring.dk

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

Dry docks

Not available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Randers Regional Hospital (1km).

Crew change

Crew change is possible.

Transport

Nearest airport: Randers Airport (5km).

Working hours

Normally 0730-1130hrs and 1200-1600hrs. Work can be arranged throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Randers is located on the E coast of Jutland approx 25nm N of Arhus.

The port

Randers Port, is a key inland port which supports a wide range of industries with facilities for handling bulk goods, general cargo and containers. The port is known for its efficient logistics services, offering seamless connections to road and rail networks. As a regional hub, Randers Port plays a crucial role in Denmark's trade, particularly for agricultural and industrial sectors, while also focusing on sustainability and environmentally friendly operations.

Traffic

Approx 1,300,000t of cargo and 500 vessels handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Randers?

The pilot boards at Randers, 56°37.0′N 010°25.0′E.

What time zone is Randers in?

Local time at Randers 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 Randers?

The deepest berth listed is at North Harbour Berths: 6.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Randers?

Brackish.

Which load line zone is Randers in?

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length.

Who carries out Port State Control at Randers?

Port State Control at Randers: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Randers?

The UN/LOCODE of Randers is DKRAN.

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