Vyborg

1. Vyborg / Vysotsk pilot boarding Pilot boards60°34.0′N 028°25.0′E

Size limits

LOA 138.7m, beam 21.5, draught 6.5m, 18,000DWT.

Water density

1005.

Load line zone

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

Tides

Range 2.0m. In normal conditions +/-20cms.

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 seaward by means of a TSS and a series of fairways from Khalli (60°24.3'N 028°08.4'E) to the S Vysotsk entrance, then Vyborgshiy Morskoy Kanal leads to the port.

Port limits

The port of Vyborg, which includes Vysotsk, consists of the fairway and anchorages E of 028°23.0'E and N of 60°34.0'N.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Vessels bound for Vyborg and Vysotsk will pass through the coverage area of St Petersburg Coastal VTS.

The Vyborg and Vysotsk VTS area comprises;

Vessels bound for Vyborg, Vysotsk or Saymenskiy Canal must establish contact with the port VTS (Radio 5) on Ch 12 when approaching the S entrance to Vysotsk Roads and follow instructions.

Anchorages

Three designated anchorage areas, lie within Tranzundskiy Reid, the outer roadstead located between Ostro igrivvy and the entrance to the port areas. They have general depths of 14 to 28m, mud and sand.

Two designated anchorage areas, lie between Gavan Vystock and Vyborg. They have depths of 1 to 17m, sand and mud, the require local knowledge.

An anchorage area, with depths of 11 to 14m also available.

Restrictions

Berthing during daylight is permitted for vessels not exceeding LOA 135m and draught of 6.5m. Berthing after dark is permitted for vessels not exceeding LOA 125m and draught of 6.0m and up to LOA 105m with a draught of 6.2m at sea level 0.0cm.

Vessels greater than these dimensions may enter or leave the port only with the permission of a Harbour Master.

Movement is prohibited in the port area when the wind is above 35kts and when visibility is less than 370m.

The two harbours are separated by Krepostnoy Bridge, of which the SE section can be swung open to allow vessels with a beam of 7.3m to pass.

Tugs

Compulsory for vessels over LOA 100m, without bow thrusters, for mooring and 80m with a draught of more than 5.0m for unmooring. Number of tugs required is in consultation with pilot.

Charts and publications

BA 2569, 2264, 2729; Russian Federation Charts 28007, 28008, 28010.

Admiralty Pilot NP20, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

A second notice should be sent 12 hours and specified 4 hours before arrival at the port.

Communications

Alongside piers vessels should have constant watch on Ch 16.

Notice of readiness

In accordance with Charter Party.

Customs and immigration

Inspection on arrival and departure.

Flags

No special limitations.

Notices and regulations

In accordance with Port Rules, details via agent.

Vessels of maximum permitted draught are to display, by day, one black ball, and at night, one all round red light above the forward steaming light.

Vessels carrying explosives or other inflammable materials must request instructions from the Harbour Master before entering the harbour.

When underway in the port area, an anchor must be ready for letting go, anchors are not to be trailed in the water or dragged.

Port State Control here: Tokyo 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: Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation.

Position: Head of Maritime Security Service.

Address: 3/6, Petrovka Str, Moscow 125993, Russia.

Tel: +7 495 221 7130.

Fax: +7 495 200 1003.

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.msecurity.ru

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

Repairs

Available.

Dry docks

Available at the Vyborg Shipyard JSC.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available by road tanker.

Bunkering: Available by road tanker.

Stores: Available

Medical

Available in town via agent.

Crew change

Available via agent.

Transport

Nearest airport: International airport at Pulkovo, approx 10km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours. Cargo operations can be carried out on all holidays.

Where it is

Vyborg port is situated in the Gulf of Vyborg, approx 40km from the Finnish border.

The port

The port, operated by OMG Ports, consists of a S harbour, the main commercial area and the N harbour which is used by smaller vessels. It has extensive connections by road, rail, sea and river with the entire Russian transportation network and is navigable all year round with icebreaker assistance.

The port handles general cargo, bulk cargo (fertilisers, coal, ore, iron, scrap metal, timber), food, containers, chemical liquid cargoes and chemical liquid bulk.

Traffic

Approx 1,200,000t of cargo and 366 vessels handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Vyborg?

The pilot boards at Vyborg / Vysotsk pilot boarding, 60°34.0′N 028°25.0′E.

What time zone is Vyborg in?

Local time at Vyborg is UTC+3. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Vyborg?

The deepest berth listed is at Sea Port Vyborg: 6.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Vyborg?

1005.

Which load line zone is Vyborg in?

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

Who carries out Port State Control at Vyborg?

Port State Control at Vyborg: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Vyborg?

The UN/LOCODE of Vyborg is RUVYG.

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