PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Studstrup
Pilot
updated Sep 2010Pilotage is compulsory for navigation through the prohibited zone (56°13'N 10°20'E) on entering Kaol Vig and is provided from Randers Fjord.
Pilot boards in position 56°09'00N 10°17'00E.
Key data
updated Aug 2020Size limits
LOA 245m; beam 33m; draught 10.7m
Water density
1014
Load line zone
Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length. Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Tides
The difference between MHW and MLW is 0.15m. W and NW wind may give HW up to 1.25m, E and SE wind may give LW up to 0.9m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studstrup Power Station | 10.70 m | 245 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 Aug 2020Approach
From close N of the lightbuoy (safe water) the channel leads NW, on the alignment of leading lights, for about 0.7nm through a channel marked by lightbuoys (starboard hand) on its N side to the quay.
Anchorages
Vessels can anchor in good holding ground NE of the lightbuoy (safe water) (56°14.4'N 010°22.1'E).
Vessels can anchor in the larger zone outside the channel, length approx 700m.
Restrictions
The depth of water on entering is 11.3m.
Tugs
Tugs are not available locally. Tug assistance is not normally required for vessels under 16,000DWT.
The harbour employs a mooring boat for assistance on entering. Number of tugs must be agreed with the port pilot.
Tug assistance can be obtained from Svitzer, Tel: +45 01 15 51 95.
Charts and publications
BA 2590. Admiralty Pilot NP18, NP286(2).
Reporting before arrival
updated Sep 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
Vessels should send ETA 6 hours prior to arrival.
Communications
Terminal: Tel: +45 86 991700, Fax: +45 86 993720.
DanPilot Ordering Centre (24 hours): Call: DanPilot Randers Fjord Pilot, VHF: Ch 16, 12, 13, 14. Tel: +45 63 256666, Fax: +45 62 501528. Email: [email protected]. Website: http://www.danpilot.dk.
DanPilot Randers Fjord: VHF: Ch 16, 12. Tel: +45 86 485024.
Lyngby Radio (the only coast radio station in Denmark) is recommended for passing messages. The station works throughout 24 hours.
Inmarsat communication is possible.
Notice of readiness
NOR should be tendered in accordance with Charter Party terms.
Documents
These are for agent, Customs and Immigration.
The agent will bring aboard the Master's Declaration and Customs Declaration for the Master to sign.
Health
Pratique is not required for Danish ports. Agent may request a Maritime Declaration of Health from the Master.
Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed in large ports.
Customs and immigration
Customs allowances: One bottle of spirits and 200 cigarettes per person are allowed. If quantities in excess of the allowance are found the penalty is a fine. The size of the fine depends on the amounts in excess of allowances.
Clearance is handled by the agent but Customs Officers may board at any time to check the validity of the documents handed to the agent.
Immigration: There are no restrictions for crew. Passengers of nationalities which require a visa are only allowed transit in Denmark for 36 hours.
Notices and regulations
There are strict local anti pollution regulations. Rules for navigation in certain Danish waters apply. The harbour is not accessible without the special permission of DONG Energy's management and must only be used for power station business.
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
ISPS Designated Authority: Danish Coastal Authority.
Position: Senior Project Manager.
Address: Postboks 131, DK-7620, Lemvig, Denmark.
Tel: +45 99 63 63 63.
Fax: +45 99 63 63 99.
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.maritimsikring.dk
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Sep 2010Repairs
There are no repair facilities available, assistance can be ordered from the repair shop at the power station.
Bunkers, water and stores
Bunkering: The harbour has no stock of bunker oil. By ordering through a broker, bunker oil is available from a tank truck alongside the quay.
Fresh water: Available from a water pipe at the quay, the capacity is 14m³/hr.
Stores: Available.
Medical
Nearest hospital, Aarhus. Nearest doctor Laegehuset, Skodstrup.
About Studstrup
updated Aug 2020Where it is
The harbour of Studstrup (Studstrupvaerkets Havn) is situated on the W side of Kalo Vig, 4nm N of Skodshoved and 7nm NE of Arhus.
The port
Studstrup is a private harbour operated by Orstead Bioenergy and Thermal Power. The port is only available for commodities to be used at the power station.
The harbour consists of a dredged basin with a trapezoid shaped pier, covering an area of approx 18ha.
Questions about Studstrup
What are the pilot arrangements at Studstrup?
Pilotage is compulsory for navigation through the prohibited zone (56°13'N 10°20'E) on entering Kaol Vig and is provided from Randers Fjord.
What time zone is Studstrup in?
Local time at Studstrup 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 Studstrup?
The deepest berth listed is at Studstrup Power Station: 10.70 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Studstrup?
1014
Which load line zone is Studstrup in?
Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length.
Who carries out Port State Control at Studstrup?
Port State Control at Studstrup: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Studstrup?
The UN/LOCODE of Studstrup is DKSSV.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Studstrup 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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