Stavanger

Size limits

LOA 347.06m, beam 46m, draught 10m, 123,602DWT.

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 0.6m.

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

Approach

The port is approached via the "Feisten" Light and Skudefjorden. When approaching by way of Skudenesfjorden , round Sveinane at a distance of 0.4nm to enter Kvitsoyfjorden, steer for the E extremity of Tungenes, When approaching Bracken alter course E proceeding through Byfjorden, keeping in mid channel. After passing Vardneset, keep SW shore aboard to avoid Ulsnesgrunn patch, (9.2m), lying 1nm SSE of it, Then SW of Tjuvholmen into Vestre Havn.

From the E of Skudenesfjorden enter Kvitsoyfjorden in the white sector of Fjoloy Light bearing between 106° and 123° then the white sector of Bragen Light (59°02.5'N 005°34.4'E), bearing between 149° and 169°. The latter sector, in conjunction with the white sector of Gryda Light, bearing 080° and 140°, leads through the fairway SW of Nordgrunn and Kolsboane.

From abreast Gryda Light, enter Byfjorden in the white sector of Dusavik Light bearing 138°and 143° which leads through the fairway to the white sector of Tjuvholmen Light, bearing 132° and 139°. Pass W of Ulsnesgrunn, marked on its W side by a lightbuoy (W cardinal) then between Kalhamar and Tjuvholmen Light into Vestre Havn.

It is reported that the corner of a white building bearing 142° is a useful lead for this part of the harbour. Deep draught vessels should avoid the 11.0m patch on the W side of Ulsnesgrunn.

Water depth is in excess of 35m to the inner harbour area, otherwise no limits elsewhere as there is at least 100m water depth beyond the port.

Anchorages

The Harbour Master should be contacted as soon as possible prior to anchoring.

Amoyfjorden: At the N entrance of the port just beyond Mekjarvik, provides sheltered anchorage for oil tankers, rigs, heavy lift vessels and barges and other offshore constructions. Water depth varies from 80m to 120m, good holding ground. There are no limits on the size of ships using the anchorage.

Smaller vessels anchor outside Ulsnes Point where there is up to 40m of water.

Vessels that have not been allocated a berth, including those in quarantine, should anchor near Ulsneset (58°59'N 005°45'E), taking care to avoid submarine cables and water pipelines which exist between Ulsneset, the SW shore and across the channel.

Vessels may not anchor in Vestre Havn without permission.

Deep draught vessel may anchor W or N of Hundvag.

Restrictions

None.

Tugs

Four tugs with bollard pull capacity up to 35t are available. For further details contact Haaland & Sons contact VHF Ch 08.

Charts and publications

BA 1427. Admiralty Pilot NP57A, 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.

Kvitsoy pilot is to be advised of estimated arrival time giving name, callsign, flag, GT, draught, cargo and port of destination. ETA to be advised 24, 5 and 2 hours before arrival.

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.

VHF: Port Control: Ch 16, 12. Tel: +47 51 501201. Email: [email protected].

Pilot: Safe Sea Net (SSN): Tel: +47 35 572625. Email: [email protected].

Operations - (Notifications and reporting): Tel: +47 75 536299. Fax : +47 75 53654. Email: [email protected].

Pilot Booking Centre Kvitsoy: Ch 13. Tel: +47 51 73 53 97.Fax: 47 51 735391. Email: [email protected], (may incur additional charges).

Kvitsoy VTS: Ch 18. Tel: +47 51 736033, Fax +47 51 736031. 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 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.

Notices and regulations

Regulations are in place requiring vessel carrying dangerous or pollutant cargoes to provide a departure/arrival report and a complete checklist. Arrival reports are to be submitted by any non EEC member and Icelandic vessels. Departure reports shall be made before leaving port irrespective of destination. A copy of the full regulations form and checklist can be found on the Coast Directorate web site: www.kystdir.no or by a postal request.

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

Large repairs to hull and machinery available. Divers and diving gear are available.

Dry docks

A shipyard on the SW side of buoy (58°59.0'N 005°44.0'E) has two drydocks, the larger of which is for building, and a patent slip. The yard has quays with depths from 5.0-10.0m alongside and cranes of up to 100t lift.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available from the quays or from a water barge (capacity 35t).

Bunkering: All major oil companies have bunkering facilities and lighters for bunkering in the port and adjacent areas.

Stores: Provisions, spares and stores can be provided at all times.

Medical

Sentralsykehuset Hospital, Stavanger, 2.5km. Seaman's doctor, Tel: +47 51 89 15 35.

Transport

Nearest airport: Stavanger Airport, Sola, 12km.

Nearest railway: Stavanger.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1530hrs, Thursday 0800-1800hrs.

Where it is

Stavanger is situated on the western coast of Norway, in Boknafjorden, 452km SW of Oslo.

The port

Stavanger Port, a sheltered and ice-free hub, includes Mekjarvik, Dusavik and Risavika, with a total berth length exceeding 4,000 meters across nine quays. The port handles a diverse range of bulk, general and containerized cargo. It is directly connected to the Norwegian railway system, linking to Sorlandsbanen, Kristiansand and Oslo. Stavanger is a vital base for cruise ships and regular UK passenger ferry services. The port also supports the offshore oil industry, with large tankers using its protected waters for lay-up and repair, alongside shipbuilding services. Risavika, encompassing the Sola and Tananger areas, has plans to develop former refinery land for container and Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) traffic expansion.

Traffic

Approx 48,100 vessels, 2,700,000t of cargo, 45,800TEU and 5,100,000 passengers are handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Stavanger?

Boarding Area 1: Karmoy Pilot Station for vessels which exceed 30,000GT and are classified to carry hazardous or polluting cargo.

What time zone is Stavanger in?

Local time at Stavanger 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 Stavanger?

The deepest berth listed is at Stavanger International Cruise Terminal: 10.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Stavanger?

1025.

Which load line zone is Stavanger 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 Stavanger?

Port State Control at Stavanger: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Stavanger?

The UN/LOCODE of Stavanger is NOSVG.

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