Stenungsund

1. 10 Pilot boards58°06.9′N 011°49.0′E

Size limits

LOA 240m, beam 40m, draught 13.0m, 72,837DWT.

Water density

1005 - 1020.

Load line zone

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

Tides

Range 0.3m.

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

Approach

The terminals are located approx 20nm from the Hatteberget Light Tower and are reached via Marstrands Fjorden and Hake Fjorden. When approaching from the W, vessels must keep N of the area of dangerous mines extending to 57°47'N 011°03'E.

Recommended approach is through South Channel via Algofjurden, passing between N Meholm and S Meholm. The channel between Bratton, Kallon and Almon islands at the N end of Hakefjord and under the Tjornbron bridge is in the form of an "S" bend and vision is obstructed. Engines should be on standby and anchors ready and manned in this area.

Pilots in some cases follow the route S of Hunden Shoal and S Meholm, great caution is needed following this route as there are unmarked dangers, so during darkness and poor visibility the pilots intentions should be fully discussed before entering Algo Fjorden.

Max draught in the approach channel is 12.8m MWL.

Anchorages

While awaiting berth, vessels anchor outside harbour NW of Vattenfall Jetty. There are safe anchorages everywhere, but the fairway S of Galteron Lighthouse should be avoided. Anchorage is also available, with depths of 12.0m, clay and good holding ground, at the W side of the main route about 0.5nm NNW of the Tjornbron Suspension Bridge.

Restrictions

Night navigation is decided by each individual case.

Tjornbron Bridge: Between Marstrand and Stenungsund, max airdraught 43m.

Tugs

Sufficient number of tugs up to 4,000hp available, 5 hours notice must be given. The number of tugs can be reduced if the vessel is fitted with working bow thruster. The pilots require tug assistance for vessels with LOA over 110m. Tugs are made fast after passing Vinterholmen at the N end of Hake Fjord and before passing through the narrows under the bridge, tugs use one to two ship's ropes from the same lead.

Three tugs required for tankers of 50,000DWT.

Mooring

Mooring information is advised by the pilot.

Charts and publications

BA 870. Admiralty Pilot NP56, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Inform agent of ETA daily prior to arrival, with a min of 24 hours and 5 hours notice to pilots and Harbour Master. Mandatory reports to Marstrand VTS required giving ship's name, flag, draught, ETA pilot station and destination.

Communications

VHF: VTS Lotsarna Marstrand: Ch 16, 11, 06, for pilot and Port.

Tel: +46 31 647700, Email: [email protected].

Health

No special pratique necessary. If any disease or fever suspected onboard, doctor must be called on arrival. Pratique automatically granted if coming from another Swedish port.

Notices and regulations

Regulations concerning entry:

Larger vessels are only permitted to approach Stenungsund by day.

It is mandatory for all tankers and gas tankers of more than 20,000DWT loaded or in ballast to have a tug escort to and from Skallen Lighthouse to the berth or inner anchorage.

Speed: There is a speed limit of 5kts in Stenungsundet (58°04.0'N 011°48.8'E), the narrow channel between Stenungson and Stenungsund.

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

Designated Authority: Swedish Maritime Administration/Swedish Maritime Safety Inspectorate.

Address: SE-601 78, Norrkoping, Sweden.

Tel: +46 11 191000

Fax: +46 11 101949

Email: [email protected]

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

Repairs

Shipyard available in Gothenburg, small repairs can be carried out at Stenungsund; divers available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Bunkers: Available. Bunkering only permitted during daylight and can be ordered at short notice.

Fresh water: Available.

Medical

Kungalv Lasarett 30km. Doctor, dentist and optician available in the village.

Crew change

Possible, with 24 hours notice before departure.

Transport

Nearest airport: Gothenburg, 75km.

Airport facilities: International and domestic airport with facilities for crew change and airfreight.

Nearest railway: Stenungsund 3km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours, at the oil harbours. Dry cargo harbours, weekdays 0700-1600hrs.

Where it is

Stenungsund is located on the E side of Askero Fjorden approx 25nm N of Gothenburg.

The port

The port is mainly used by tankers as there are facilities for importing fuel oil, naphtha, ethylene and propane as well as exporting solvents and LPG. There are also dry cargo and multipurpose facilities available within the port.

Traffic

Approx 3,700,000t of cargo handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Stenungsund?

The pilot boards at 10, 58°06.9′N 011°49.0′E.

What time zone is Stenungsund in?

Local time at Stenungsund 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 Stenungsund?

The deepest berth listed is at Borealis AB - Stenungsund Production Plant: 13.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Stenungsund?

1005 - 1020.

Which load line zone is Stenungsund 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 Stenungsund?

Port State Control at Stenungsund: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Stenungsund?

The UN/LOCODE of Stenungsund is SESTE.

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