Szczecin

Size limits

LOA 215m, draught 9.15m*, beam 31.0m.

*Max. draught of 9.15m is possible for vessels up to LOA 160m. The longer the vessel the shorter the draught.

Water density

1000.

Load line zone

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

Tides

A tide gauge reading of 5.0m is considered MSL. Any change in this level will affect the controlling depths.

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

Port limits

From the N entrance to the Skolwinski Channel, the port area extends approx 6nm S along the W bank of River Odra to the remains of the old Poniatowski Bridge (53°25.7'N 014°34.1'E); further SSW the Sobieski and railway bridges obstruct navigation of the river. The S limit of the port through Parnica includes the basins at the S end of Przekop Mielenski known as the Industrial Harbour. The E limits include Drzewne Quay (53°24.7'N 014°37.3'E) a timber wharf on the W bank of River Regalica and then the E bank of Przekop Mielenski and River Odra to the N end of Debina Island.

Anchorages

Available to the N of Swinoujscie. Anchorage within the port is permitted only in the case of necessity and after pilot's advice.

Restrictions

Submarine cables are numerous across the channels and fairways in the harbour; their positions are marked by notice boards.

Tugs

Towage is required for the following:

Vessels of LOA 120m to and from the entrance to Przekop Mielenski (at the beam of the Swieta River).

Vessels with LOA 120m to and from the embankment and basins located to the embankment Huk from embankment Kra.

Vessels going and coming from the embankment by the River Odra in N or from embankment Huk from S cape Zurawai Island.

* Excluding harbour barges

A1 - All vessels

A2 - All vessels, navigating in canal: Debicki, on rivers: Dunczyca, Parnica and Regalica; in basins: Wschodni, Zachodni, Warty and Notecki; along quays: Wegierskie, the jetties and the dolphin landing places.

B - Vessels without their own propulsion and for vessels carrying dangerous goods of IMO classes 1, 2 & 3 additional assistance.

There are 17 tugs available, ranging from 300-1,500hp and sea going tugs of 1,650-2,500hp for towage in the Baltic and North Sea range (4 of them with a bollard pull of 33t).

Ice Breaking Service: During the ice breaking season the ice breaking service is continuously provided by port's tugs on the Swinoujscie approaching channel (N Fairway) and Swinoujscie - Szczecin Fairway. In the vicinity of the port's quays, the ice breaking service is provided if necessary. Icebreaker assistance is a separate service on request by agent, VTS Centre Swinoujscie or Szczecin or by direct contact with the tug (icebreaker).

An Ice Report is available on request from VTS Centre Swinoujscie or Szczecin.

Mooring

Mooring by the quays Kra, Cementowe, Fosfatowe, Snop, Huk, Cal, Oko, Gnieznienskie, Mak, Krakowskie, Angielskie, Polskie, Wegierskie, is to be done with the use of at least 2 springs and at least 3 bow lines and 3 stern lines.

Charts and publications

Poland 185. BA 2677, 2452, 2678. Admiralty Pilot NP19, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels arriving from ports located to the W of Brest and to the N of Bergen are obliged to announce their ETA at least 7 days prior to arrival.

All loaded and unloaded tankers not degassed after carrying dangerous cargo should send to the Szczecin Harbour Master or the Szczecin VTS Centre.

All vessels carrying dangerous cargo other than tankers should send to the Szczecin Harbour Master or the Szczecin VTS Centre.

ETA message to include vessel's name, callsign, flag, LOA and draught, GT, number of passengers, quantity of cargo (including quantity of dangerous goods), waste declaration and destination is required.

Communications

Communications Radio Frequency Information: Szczecin Radio ("SPE") 2182kHz. MMSI: 002610700.

VHF: Harbour Master's Office: Ch 12, 14, 16. Tel: +48 91 433 6657. Fax: +48 91 434 3984. Email: [email protected]

Duty Port Officer (VTS Centre): Ch 69, 16, 18, 20, 70, 71. Tel: +48 91 433 0697, Fax: +48 91 488 1289, Email: [email protected].

Szczecin Pilot Station: Ch 68. Tel: +48 91 432 5656. Fax: +48 91 432 5657. Email: [email protected].

Swinoujscie Pilot Station: Ch 68. Tel/Fax: +48 91 321 3431. Email: [email protected].

Tugs: Ch 69, 07.

Port Emergency Services: Continuous listening watch on Ch 69.

Health

Quarantine: All vessels arriving from infected areas or with suspected infection onboard are obliged to report to the Port Authority before arrival. Ship Sanitation Control Certificates can be renewed.

Notices and regulations

A Sailing Plan should be sent to the VTS Centre, via agent or Ch 69.

All vessels observing or involved in an accident that impairs safety or the environment must immediately inform the Duty Port Officer (VTS Centre) on VHF Ch 69.

Vessels shifting berth must obtain the permission of the Duty Port Officer (VTS Centre) on VHF Ch 69.

Vessels over LOA 180m or over 9.0m draught may enter or leave port and be shifted during daylight only and at visibility over 2nm.

Effective from 01st September 2016, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) will require sea carriers calling at EU ports to file Container Status Messages (CSMs). Vessels experiencing technical communication problems should report the issue via e-mail to the Commission's help-service email: [email protected].

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: Ministry of Infrastructure, Maritime Transport Department.

Position: Deputy Director.

Address: ul Chalubinskiego 4/6, PL-00-928 Warszawa, Poland.

Tel: +48 22 630 1540.

Fax: +48 22 830 0947.

Mob:+48 502 502 414.

Website: http://www.mi.gov.pl

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

Repairs

Every type of repair work are available under different shipyards, Makrum SA and Gryfia SA. Divers are also available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available from shore hydrants on quays or by road tanker.

Bunkering: Heavy and diesel oil available, company Ship Service SA are provider. Fuel available ex-shore installation or by bunker barge. Lubricants by road tanker

Stores: Available.

Medical

Szczecin (5km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Goleniow (45km); Berlin (135km).

Nearest railway: Szczecin Central (5km) with extensive connections to the rest of Poland.

Working hours

Port Authority Mon-Fri 0700-1500hrs. Stevedoring companies operate in 3 shifts. On Saturdays, Sundays and official holidays overtime may be worked on request. Shifts are 0600-1400hrs and 1400-2200hrs, 2000-0600hrs.

Note: PUP Elewator Ewa works in four shift system. Dispatcher's office works throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Szczecin is situated at the mouth of the River Odra approx 65km inland from Swinouscie and the open sea.

The port

The Port of Szczecin and the Port of Swinoujscie are managed by one authority. The port handles dry bulk cargoes such as coal, coke, grain, iron ore, cement, aggregates, with a growing increase in container traffic. Also Ro-Ro trailers and semi finished products such as paper, wood-pulp, steel, and specialised liquid bulk cargoes such as chemicals, pitch and tar. The port has quays totalling 19.5km in length, of which 8km is equipped with cranes. Imports: Ore, scrap iron, fertilizer, grain, oil and timber. Exports: Coal, iron, timber, cement, sugar, salt and general goods.

Traffic

Approx 35,000,000t of cargo and 109,000TEU (combined figure with Swinoujscie (see separate entry)), 3,800 vessels and 7,300 passengers are handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Szczecin?

Note: Pilotage is also compulsory for shifting of vessels within port area, 2 hours notice is required.

What time zone is Szczecin in?

Local time at Szczecin 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 Szczecin?

The deepest berth listed is at PKN Orlen Terminal: 7.60 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Szczecin?

1000.

Which load line zone is Szczecin in?

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

Who carries out Port State Control at Szczecin?

Port State Control at Szczecin: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Szczecin?

The UN/LOCODE of Szczecin is PLSZZ.

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