Svolvaer

1. Svolvaer boarding position a Pilot boards68°11.0′N 014°33.0′E

Size limits

LOA 140m, beam 23.6m, 12,207DWT.

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 2.9m.

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

Approach

Vessels should approach in the white sector 348°-012°, of Radholmen Light which leads towards Svolvaer, passing (with positions from the light):

W of Skjabaane (3.75nm SSE), then:

E of Andersbaen (3.25nm SSW), then:

E of Tefsen (2.75nm SSW).

Approach from the S: Vessels should follow the leading line of Radholmen Light into the approach which leads towards Raudholmen. The clearing line of Svolvaerfjellet (68°15'N 014°37'E) and the E extremity of Kjeoya (1.25nm closer), in line bearing 024°, leads the vessel approx 0.12nm E of Raudholmskallen.

Approach from the E: There are minor channels available passing either side of Skjaeringen Light (68°13.9'N 014°38.4'E), then, N of Skjeringen and Hella (0.2nm NNW of the light), marked by an iron perch.

These channels are not recommended to mariners without local knowledge.

From this position vessels should steer for either Osanpollen, the main harbour or Austerlopet.

Directions for Osanpollen: White sectors of Onsan Light (68°13.6'N 014°32.7'E), on Klippfiskholmen, leads in the approach to the fairway of Osanpollen as follows (with positions given from the light):

Bearing between 010.5°-013°, E of Smaskallene (1.5nm S), then:

E of Stretarneset (0.5nm SSW), then:

W of Stretarholmen Light (0.35nm S), then:

W of Salttonna Light (0.12nm S).

Directions for main harbour: The main harbour is entered E of Raudholmen and extends as far as the vicinity of Hogoya (1.3nm NNE).

White sectors of Vorsetoy Light (white lantern, 68°13.5'N 014°33.6'E) lead through the main harbour entrance as follows (with positions given from the light):

Bearing between 324°-350°, E of Raudholmgrunnen (7.7m patch, 0.45nm S), then:

E of Dynegrunnen Light (0.3nm S), then:

SW of Vestre Vabeinskjer Light (0.1nm SE).

The same light bearing between 218°-223°, astern, leads close SE of Purkholmgrunnen (0.17nm NNE), marked by an iron perch, then:

Close NW of Jomfrua (7m patch, 0.22nm NE), then:

Close SE of a light (0.32nm NE), on the E point of Bekkholmen.

Directions to Austerlopet: White sectors of Risoyan Light (white lantern, 68°14.2'N 014°35.8'E) lead as follows (with positions from the light):

Bearing between 316°-332°, leads in the approach from SE, passing:

SW of Nedre Skjerdingen (0.8nm SE), then:

E or rocks lying between the light and Risoyklubben (0.25nm SSE).

Bearing between 105.5°-108.5°, lead through Austerlopet, passing;

S of Austerlopet Light (0.12nm WNW), then:

S of drying rocks (0.2nm WNW), marked by an iron perch.

Port limits

The seaward port limit extends from:

Sorvika (68°13.3'N 014°32.3'E) then 0.5nm ENE to:

S point of Vorsetoya, then 0.5nm E to:

Brosmeskjeret, then 1.2nm NE to:

Rekvika (68°14.7'N 014°38.5'E).

Anchorages

Anchorage is available approx 0.3nm E of Risoyklubben (68°14'N 014°36'E) and as far SW as the line joining Risoyklubben and Nedre Skerdingen (0.6nm ESE).

Small craft can anchor anywhere in the harbours, but out of the way of traffic.

Submarine cables are laid in many parts of the harbours, so care is necessary to anchor clear of them.

Anchorage in Osanpollen is in depths up to 30m, clay.

Anchorage is permitted in the packet boat basin, approx 0.3nm NNE of Jomfrau, depth 10m, sand.

Anchoring must not obstruct any traffic berthing or unberthing.

Tugs

A small tug is available.

Charts and publications

BA 2348, 4113. Admiralty Pilot NP58A, 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) also Hazmat notification of dangerous/noxious cargo onboard. See country information.

Additional ETA's should be sent 12 and 6 hours prior to arrival to the vessel's agent.

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 & Pilots: Ch 16, 12, 13, 14.

Standard messages

The Norwegian SSN - system generates automatic messages directly to the European central Safe Sea Net system, operated by EMSA (European Maritime Safety Organisation).

The above notification should be sent using the following website: www.shiprep.no. or the link www.kystverket.no/?aid=9030959. If the vessel is not online the notification should be made by the agent or ships operator. Also Telenor Networks Maritime Radio is permitted to place the notification having received the information from the vessel via telephone, radio or email.

Arrival Notice and Reporting Point Notification from ships without a valid AAIC will not be accepted.

See also 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.

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

Electronic and mechanical repairs available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at all large quays.

Bunkering: Diesel and gas oil available.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Lofoten DPS avd. Svolvaer (1km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Svolaer lufthavn, Helle (5km).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Svolvaer is situated in the Lofoten Islands just off the Norwegian mainland, 240km NW of Bodo.

The port

Svolvaer has three harbours Osanpollen, Main Harbour and Marinepollen. Daily calls by express cargo vessels, passenger and vehicle ferries. Principal exports include fish and fish products.

Principal imports include salt and oil.

Where does the pilot board at Svolvaer?

The pilot boards at Svolvaer boarding position a, 68°11.0′N 014°33.0′E.

What time zone is Svolvaer in?

Local time at Svolvaer is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Svolvaer?

1025.

Which load line zone is Svolvaer 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 Svolvaer?

Port State Control at Svolvaer: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Svolvaer?

The UN/LOCODE of Svolvaer is NOSVJ.

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