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Rorvik
Pilot
updated Dec 2017Pilotage is available, it may be ordered through the Kvitsoy Pilot Booking Center with additional cost at 64°44.0'N,
10°58.0'E by arrangement.
Key data
updated May 2019Size limits
Max draught 6m from the latest audit.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Trondelag Terminal | 6.00 m | — | 1 |
| Ottersoya Terminal | 6.00 m | — | 4 |
| Refa Terminal | — | — | 1 |
| Esso Terminal | — | — | 1 |
| Shell Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Dec 2017Restrictions
Vessels must not proceed at greater speed for good seamanship and maneuverability. The cautionary notice boards are placed at the SW and NE limits of the harbour area.
Tugs
Available.
Charts and publications
BA 2308, 3503. Norwegian 47. Admiralty Pilot NP57B, NP286(2).
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.
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
Port services
updated Dec 2017Repairs
Available at Ottersoya.
Dry docks
Available at Ottersoya.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available.
Stores: Available.
Medical
Rorvik Hospital, 0.5km.
Crew change
Possible.
Transport
Nearest airport: Rorvik Airport (Ryum), 6km.
Working hours
Throughout 24 hours.
About Rorvik
updated Dec 2017Where it is
Rorvik is on the east coast of Inner Vikna Island, in the NW of Nord-Trondelag (central Norway) approx 200km N of the city of Trondheim.
The port
Rorvik, also called Vikna, is the largest and most modern harbour facility and convenient in the middle of Norway.
The port receives several thousand calls annually from Norwegian and international vessels for handles general cargo, passenger and liquid cargo.
Traffic
Approx 165,000t of cargo handled annually.
Questions about Rorvik
What are the pilot arrangements at Rorvik?
Pilotage is available, it may be ordered through the Kvitsoy Pilot Booking Center with additional cost at 64°44.0'N, 10°58.0'E by arrangement.
What time zone is Rorvik in?
Local time at Rorvik 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 Rorvik?
The deepest berth listed is at Nord-Trondelag Terminal: 6.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Rorvik?
1025.
Which load line zone is Rorvik 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 Rorvik?
Port State Control at Rorvik: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rorvik?
The UN/LOCODE of Rorvik is NORVK.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Rorvik 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.