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Stroemstad
Pilot
updated Dec 2024- Lysekil - Strömstad Ramskär - South of Ramskär Pilot boards58°44.0′N 010°59.6′E
- Stromstad boarding, S of Ramskar Light Pilot boards58°43.9′N 011°13.0′E
- Stromstad boarding, WNW of Brofjordens Angoring Lighted Buoy Pilot boards58°15.3′N 011°11.2′E
- Stromstad boarding, WNW of Nord Hallso Light Pilot boards58°58.2′N 011°13.1′E
Two pilots will be required to perform pilotage for vessels with a length overall (LOA) of 150 meters or more, or a beam of 30 meters or more
Stromstad Pilot Station, Tel: +46 526 20003, VHF Ch 16, available daily from 0700-1900hrs LMT.
Key data
updated Dec 2024Size limits
LOA 160.33m, beam 27.1m, draught 7.3m, 3,318DWT.
Water density
1000.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Tides
None.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torskholmen Ferry Terminal | 7.00 m | 160 m | 1 |
| Stromstad Norra Hamnen | — | — | 2 |
| Liquid Cargo Terminal | — | 120 m | 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 2024Approach
Outer approaches can be made from N, WSW and S.
Inner approaches: Stroemstad can be approached through separate channels from NNW, W and WSW.
NNW approach: passes through Langorannan (58°57.5'N 011°07.0'E), a narrow channel between Langoarna and the mainland. This channel, which is approached between Tjurholmsknappen (58°58.5'N 011°05.8'E) and Nord-Hallso 0.6nm SW, is entered 1nm E of Nord-Hallso Light. The channel can be used by vessels with a maximum draught of 6.0m.
The route is marked by leading lights (58°56'N 011°08'E). However, the channel width is reduced to only 45m where it passes between 2 shoals at its S end and local knowledge is required.
West approach: through a channel known as Stora Inloppet (Bulthalan), which passes N of Flatskar (58°56.0'N 011°06.7'E). This route leads from the N end of Kosterfjorden through a winding but well marked channel. The channel can be used by vessels with a maximum draught of 9.0m.
Approach from WSW: passes through a narrow channel known as Sodra Inloppet which is entered S or N of Kabblingarna (58°55'N 011°05'E). This channel, leads generally ENE for about 2.0nm. The channel can be used by vessels with a maximum draught of 6.0m. Local knowledge is required.
Anchorages
The anchorage area at Kosterhamnen is located on the east side of Sydkoster Island, with depths ranging from 15 m to 25 m.
Permitted anchorage within the harbour is very restricted, and must be well clear of submarine pipelines and power cables.
Restrictions
Speed restrictions are in force as follows:
Langorannan: 5kts from 1 June to 31 August; 7kts at other times.
Outer harbour: 10kts from 1 June to 31 August.
Inner harbour: 5kts at all times to the NE of a line drawn SSE from a position 0.3nm NE of Stroemstad Light, passing about 80m WSW of Skurve. Warning notice boards, painted yellow and inscribed "HOGSTA FART 5 KNOP" indicate the limits within which restrictions apply.
Charts and publications
BA 1402. Admiralty Pilot NP56, 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.
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.
Port services
updated Dec 2024Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available from Equinor, Tel: +46 526 12642.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Aleris Hospital Stromstad, 1.2km.
Transport
Nearest airport: Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, 185km.
Nearest railway: Stromstad station, 350m.
Working hours
Normally 0700-1600hrs including breaks for meals.
About Stroemstad
updated Dec 2024Where it is
Situated on the W coast of Sweden in the Skagerrak.
The port
The port handles passengers. Remains ice free throughout the year and has a well sheltered harbour.
Questions about Stroemstad
Where does the pilot board at Stroemstad?
The pilot boards at Lysekil - Strömstad Ramskär - South of Ramskär, 58°44.0′N 010°59.6′E. Stroemstad has 4 pilot boarding places.
What time zone is Stroemstad in?
Local time at Stroemstad 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 Stroemstad?
The deepest berth listed is at Torskholmen Ferry Terminal: 7.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Stroemstad?
1000.
Which load line zone is Stroemstad 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 Stroemstad?
Port State Control at Stroemstad: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Stroemstad?
The UN/LOCODE of Stroemstad is SESMD.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Stroemstad 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.
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