Stockholm

1. Revengegrundet boarding (2,1 nm ESE of lighthouse Revengegrundet) Pilot boards59°14.3′N 019°04.6′E
2. Stockholm boarding, Arholma Entrance Pilot boards59°54.0′N 019°05.0′E
3. Stockholm boarding, Sandhamn Entrance Pilot boards59°15.0′N 019°01.0′E
4. Stockholm boarding, Soderarm Entrance Pilot boards59°48.0′N 019°22.0′E

Size limits

LOA 333.33, draught 12.0m, beam 39.73m and 61,645 DWT

Water density

1005.

Load line zone

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

Tides

There are no tidal changes of water level within the harbour. However, the normal range of the level of water in the harbour is from 0.6m above to 0.4m below mean sea level. The maximum variation reached is 0.9m above and 0.7m below mean sea level.

Water levels inland may also vary according to geographic location. Latest information on this can be obtained from the port on http://www.portsofstockholm.com

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 from the W via the channels from Landsort leading to Sodertalje Kanal, then through the E part of Malaren to enter the harbour SSW of Stora Essingen (59°19'N 017°59'E).

From the E, approach is made through the archipelago from Landsort, Sandhamn, Soderarm and Arholma, entering the harbour through the channels leading from the W end of Langholmsfjarden to the various sections of the harbour.

Four principal entrances lead into the port, their positions and the distances to Stockholm from each, is as follows:

Landsort entrance (58°44'N 017°52'E), 78nm, with a depth of 10.0m.

Sandhamn entrance (59°44'N 019°00'E), 42nm, with a depth of 11.0m, provides the shortest and most direct route to Stockholm.

Soderarm entrance (59°45'N 019°25'E), 55nm with a depth of 8.0m. (9.0m during the summer).

Arholma entrance (59°54'N 019°25'E), 55nm, with a depth of 7.0m.

Port limits

The E and N limits, are defined by a line joining the following positions:

E point of Kvarnholmen (59°19'N 018°09'E) then NE to enclose Fjaderholmarna (59°19.8'N 018°10.6'E), then

NW through Lilla Vartan (59°19'N 018°08'E), excluding the SW side of Lidingo, then WNW following the centre of the channel to the E entrance of Alkistan Kanal (59°22.5'N 018°03.0'E), then, SSE through Brunnsviken to its S end.

The W limit, in Malaren, is a line running NW from the shore at Grondalshamnen (59°19'N 018°00.5'E), passing between Stora and Lilla Essingen and ending in the N part of the passage leading to Ulvsundasjon. The S limit follows the S shoreline of Hammarbyleden, the channels S of Sodermalm (59°18.5'N 018°04.0'E), and includes all the berths bordering the channels.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Area: The Stockholm traffic information area comprises the area bounded by Stora Rotholmen (59°04'N 018°19'E), Revengegrudet Light (59°15'N 019°01'E), Tjarven (59°47.5'N 019°22.0'E), Simpnasklubb (59°15'N 019°01'E) and Hammarbyslussen (59°18.2'N 018°04.9'E) together with Oregrunds Skargard.

Information service: The centre will advise vessels of other vessels in the vicinity, approaching, crossing or proceeding in the same direction. In addition, information will be provided on possible faults to safety gear, passage limitations, ice conditions and other relevant information.

Anchorages

There are anchorages outside the fairway entrances. Anchorage is prohibited within the Stockholm harbour area except in indicated authorised places or with special permission.

Anchorage may be obtained in the following places:

An area at the SE end of Lilla Vartan, designated for tankers, centred 0.4nm W of Libertus (59°19.9'N 018°10.6'E), in depths of 16.0-23.0m, mud and clay.

At the NW end of Lilla Vartan, NE and N of Vartahamnen, and NW of Lidingobron, in depths of about 12.0-18.0m, mud and clay.

In Strommen, 2.25nm W of Blockhusudden (59°19.3'N 018°09.3'E), in depths of 20.0-30.0m, mud and clay. The stern should be secured to the mooring buoy provided.

Tanikers: An anchorage area, designated for tankers, lies at the SE end of Lilla Vartan. It has depths of 16m to 23m and is located 0.4 mile W of Libertus Light (59°19.9'N,18°10.6'E).

Restrictions

Vessels must request bridge or lock opening by calling on VHF or Tel: +46 8 670 2810, 5 hours prior to arrival and confirm request 1 hour prior to arrival. Light signals may be in operation on bridges or at locks, indicating access, transit and exit procedures.

WEATHER: Limitations as follows:

Sandhamn, max wind speed 23kts for vessels over 15,000GT.

Soderarm, max wind speed 29kts for vessels over length 245m and 19kts for vessels over 265m and in Furusund.

SPEED: Restrictions are in force within the port of Stockholm.

Tugs

To be ordered by the port agent. Vessel has to provide lines.

One of above mentioned tugs is capable of fire fighting.

Tug regulations are applicable to certain vessels.

Mooring

Ships with a length of 130m or less, are to be moored by two linesmen serving one ship-end at a time. When mooring at buoy, four linesmen will be used. Not more than two mooring rope to each bollard.

Charts and publications

BA 811, 820, 821, 831, 832, 887. Admiralty Pilot NP19, NP286(2).

US44181, 44182, 44183, 44184, 44185, 44186, 44187, 44179, 44178 and 44192. US Sailing Directions 194 (Baltic Sea).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels should send ETA at least 24 hours in advance or when the vessel is leaving the previous port, through the Stockholm Traffic Information Centre.

Communications

Radio: Stockholm Radio has a 24 hour service. Frequencies in use within the area of Stockholm: Ship transmits on 2099kHz, Coast Station on 1674kHz.

If approaching Stockholm from the SE coast: Ship would then transmit on 2060kHz and coast station on 1797kHz.

Documents

Crew List and Passenger List minimum 24 hours prior to arrival to the local agent for presentation to the officials.

ISPS notification 24 hours prior to arrival in Swedish waters.

For clearance of the vessel: Ships Clearance Declaration Form to be completed.

Previously mentioned documents to be distributed by port agent to involved authorities. Any special forms needed will be provided by port agent.

Cargo documentation: Documents are supplied either by port agent, shippers or consignee.

Early Departure procedures can be arranged at any time through port agent.

Health

Pratique application is granted by Customs Officer after having been informed that there are no diseases onboard.

Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

No special local regulations, national rules are valid. Crew members may retain 1 litre of alcoholic beverages and 200 cigarettes, out of bond, for their own consumption. Offenders will be prosecuted.

Notices and regulations

Information leaflets are distributed to tanker Masters in the oil port of Loudden.

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

Facilities are available for repairs to hull, engine, electrical and electronic equipment. All kinds of repairs can be undertaken.

Divers available for underwater repairs as well as for surveys.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: All types: All brands and grades of oil available from barge, road tankers or direct from several installations. LNG fuel is available by barge, which is supplied by trucks from Nynashamn.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Karolinska Hospital.

Crew change

Possible.

Transport

Nearest airport: Arlanda International Airport, 45km, Bromma Airport, 8km.

Airport facilities: Arlanda International full facilities, Bromma mostly domestic flights.

Nearest railway: Stockholm City.

Ferry Routes: Various ferry routes operate from Stockholm, the majority using the new Varta Pier (Vartahamnen Ferry and Cruise Terminal). A new generation of LNG powered ferries is being introduced.

Working hours

Normally Mon-Fri 0700-1600hrs.

Where it is

Stockholm is situated on the E coast of Sweden.

The port

The main port area of Stockholm has over 16km of quay area, extending approx 10km from W to E, including ten berths for large cruise vessels. The area of the main harbour is approx 1,750ha.

Facilities at the port of Stockholm cover a wide area and include several Sub-Ports, some of which are a considerable distance from the main port. To meet the demands of rising throughput, Frihamnen Container Terminal is to replaced by the new Stockholm Norvik Port, a deepwater facility under construction 43km away to the SE, and close North of the Nynashamn port area.

The waterway Hammarbyleden, connecting Lake Malaren with the sea, has a length of 6,550m from Danviksbron to Reimersholme with a depth of 6.1m. There is a lock connection, Hammarby Lock, max vessel dimensions LOA 110m, beam 15m and draught 5.6m at MW.

The power station at Hasselby is approx 12km NW of Stockholm, operated by Fortum.

Tourism plays a big part in the local economy. The port's exports include timber, paper pulp, paper, iron and steel products, machinery and food products. Imports include Grain, coal, bulk mineral oil products, bulk chemicals, edible oils, automobiles and general cargo.

Traffic

Approx 8,700,000 of cargo, 54,000TEU and 9,000,000 passengers handled, with 10,541 vessel visits.

Where does the pilot board at Stockholm?

The pilot boards at Revengegrundet boarding (2,1 nm ESE of lighthouse Revengegrundet), 59°14.3′N 019°04.6′E. Stockholm has 4 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Stockholm in?

Local time at Stockholm 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 Stockholm?

The deepest berth listed is at Equinor Terminal: 12.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Stockholm?

1005.

Which load line zone is Stockholm in?

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

Who carries out Port State Control at Stockholm?

Port State Control at Stockholm: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Stockholm?

The UN/LOCODE of Stockholm is SESTO.

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