Finland

FINLAND
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Finland
GENERAL: (See Plan)
GEO-POLITICAL:
Capital City: Helsinki.
Nationality: Finnish.
Population: 5,200,000.
COMMUNICATIONS:
International Direct Dial Code: 358.
Number of Internal Airports: 69.
Major Languages Spoken: Finnish, Swedish.
ECONOMY:
Currency: 1 Euro (EUR) of 100 Cents.
Exchange: (as of July 2002)
US$ 1.00 ␦ EUR 1.02
EUR 1.00 ␦ US$ 0.98
Main Industries: Metal products; shipbuilding; pulp and paper; copper
refining; foodstuffs; chemicals; textiles and clothing.
ENVIRONMENT:
Territorial Sea: 12 n.m.
Other Maritime Claims: Continental Shelf: 200 m.
Exclusive Fishing Zone: 12 n.m. Contiguous Zone: 6 n.m.
Coastline Extent: 1,126 km.
Climate: Cold temperate; potentially sub-arctic, but comparatively mild
because of moderating influence of the North Atlantic Current, Baltic
Sea, and more than 60,000 lakes.
Natural Resources: Timber; copper; zinc; iron ore; silver.
Average Temperatures:
Month High Low
January -7␥ C -9␥ C
June 18␥ C 8␥ C
September 12␥ C 6␥ C
DEEP SEA PILOTAGE: See ‘‘Baltic Deep-Sea Pilotage’’.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
EKENAS (Tammisaari), including Skogby:
59.58 N. 23.26 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
International or Finnish Measurements Certificate.
1 Personal Effects List.
1 Ship’s Provisions List.
2 Crew Lists (passengers to be included).
1 Customs Declaration (official forms supplied by the Customs
Authorities).
4 Manifests.
2 Bills of Lading.
PILOTAGE: Pilots for Ekenas applied for at Hango Pilot Station by
approaching Pilot Station outside Hango/Hanko, where pilot boat will
meet vessel right outside Pilot Station. Call on VHF Channel 13.
Telegram address: Hango Pilot.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft 15.1 ft. (4.6 m.). No other restrictions. At Skogby,
draft up to 24 ft. – No tide.
VHF: Helsinki Radio, Channels 5, 28 and 85. When in the Hanko/Ekenas
area use Channels 86, 03 and 25.
VTS: From May 2002, Ekenas will be included in Hanko/Helsinki VTS.
VHF Channel 13 and 67.
Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Normally no tugs stationed at Ekenas but can be arranged from
Koverhar or Hanko (12 nautical miles and 20 nautical miles fromEkenas
respectively).
BERTHING: Two quays at Ekenas: ‘‘Trakajen’’, length about 160 ft.;
‘‘Stenkajen’’, length about 500 ft.
3 mobile cranes, capacities 27, 36 and 56 tons are available. Two of
the mobile cranes are equipped with grabs suitable for discharging of
bulk cargoes such as coal, coke, china clay, ball clay, salt and grain.
STEVEDORES: ETA to be given to Agent 1400 hrs. Finnish time on the
day before arrival in order to prepare loading/discharging (Stevedore:
J.A. Westerlund).
Working Hours: Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 0700 hrs.
– 1600 hrs. Daily overtime can normally be arranged for up to 4 hours
(1600 hrs. – 2000 hrs.). All overtime is, however, voluntary.
MEDICAL: Hospital treatment can be arranged when needed.
DENSITY: 1001.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water is delivered to the ship’s side by means
of hose in Summertime.
FUEL: Bunkering available at Ekenas by means of tank trucks.
REPAIRS: Minor electrical and deck repairs may be carried out.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes permitted for each crew
member. 1 open bottle of 1 litre wine or spirit is allowed for each crew
member over 18 years of age.
AIRPORT: Nearest airport is Helsinki Airport, situated about 100 km.
from Ekenas.
HOLIDAYS: On Saturdays and days preceding Church holidays, the
eve of Independence Day, the day preceding May Day, on Whitsun Eve
and on New Year’s Eve the working day consists of four working hours,
starting from 0700 hrs. or 0800 hrs. and lasting to 1100 hrs., or 1200 hrs.
respectively without break for meals. May Day, Independence Day,
(6th December), Easter Saturday, Midsummer Eve and Christmas Eve
are considered as labour free days.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: 112; Ambulance Tel: 112; Fire
Tel: 112.
TELEPHONES: Not available.
SHORE LEAVE: Shore leave allowed for crew members.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Available at 2 hours notice.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Available.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
GENERAL: Supplies: Ship stores and provisions can be ordered from
Hango through Agent.
AUTHORITY: Hamnkontoret i Ekenas, Postbox 75, FIN-10601
Ekenas, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (192) 632157, GSM: ␣358 (40) 589-0922.
FAX: ␣358 (192) 632050. Contact: Svante Rosin, Harbour Master.
HAMINA: 60.34 N. 27.11 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: Hamina is on the S.E. coast of Finland, approximately
75 nautical miles East of Helsinki and 19.5 nautical miles from the
Finnish/Russian border.
Charts: B.A. Charts No. 503 and 2393.
B.A. Pilot NP20.
Finnish Charts No. 14, 134 and 902.
PORT LIMITS: A vessel is considered to be an ‘‘arrived vessel’’ subject
to Charter Party Terms, when arrived at roads.
DOCUMENTS: Normally required:
1 Crew List.
1 Passenger List.
3 Manifests.
1 Bill of Lading of each consignment.
General Declaration.
Customs Documents:
1 Crew Effects Declaration.
1 Ship’s Stores Declaration.
Ship’s Papers Required:
Safety Equipment Certificate.
Radio Safety Certificate.
Construction Certificate.
International Tonnage Certificate.
International Load Line Certificate.
Certificate of Registry.
Fitness Certificate (Tankers only).
Tonnage Dues and Ice Dues Certificates if vessel called previously.
General Notices and Regulations: 24 hours notice prior to arrival of all
IMO cargo on board (also ROB), or latest 1600 hrs. if on a day preceding
local/legal holiday (last office hours before arrival).
APPROACHES: The approach channel from Orrengrund Pilot Station
is 29 nautical miles long and can handle vessels up to max. draft 10.0 m.
Fairway 33 miles from Orrengrund to Hamina, depth 9.0 m. New
Fairway 38 miles long, depth 10.0 m.
Also see ‘‘Developments’’.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory. Sea Pilot boards at Orrengrund.
Vessels coming from Eastward can take Pilot at Haapasaari (Aspo),
but must order Pilot by radio via Coast Radio Station at least 6 hours
before ETA Haapasaari.
Harbour Pilotage: Harbour Pilot takes over at Roads. Harbour pilot
boat has a black hull and yellow superstructure with the word ‘‘Pilot’’
painted with black letters. Harbour pilotage optional.
ANCHORAGES: There are 2 anchorages. The Outer and Inner Roads
are well sheltered, with depths of 10.0 m. and 8.6 m. respectively. The
sea bed is rough sand, good holding ground. Vessels should monitor
VHF Channel 12 whilst within the anchorages.
RESTRICTIONS: Usually no restrictions. Port open throughout year.
The use of anchors is prohibited at the Lakulahti Basin and near the
Hillo Quay. The use of anchors is to be avoided at the Hiirenkari.
Regular and liner vessels have preference at certain berths.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft 10.0 m. No tide, but prolonged Easterly winds
can cause lower water level, which must be checked before entering
berths.
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
Largest Vessel Handled: ‘‘Orlando’’, bulk carrier, 72,000 d.w.t.
HEALTH: Bill of Health not required. In case suspected disease or fever
on board, doctor to be contacted, preferably via Agent, by radio before
arrival.
RADIO: Standard Arrival Messages: Pre-Arrival Messagegivingvessel’s
Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) to be sent via the ship’s Agent, not later
than Friday of the preceding week, and to the VTS Centre 24 hours prior
to ETA. The final message to be given when the Pilot is onboard.
WWW: www.fma.fi/vts
Also see ‘‘VHF’’ and ‘‘VTS’’.
VHF: Traffic Centre ‘‘Port of Hamina’’ operates throughout 24 hours,
listening on Channel 16 and operating on Channel 12.
Tel: ␣358 (5) 225-5450. Fax: ␣358 (5) 225-5459.
Helsinki Radio for messages on all channels.
Tugs monitor Channels 12 and 16.
Pilots operate on Channels 13 and 16.
Port Information Channels 16 and 13.
Also see ‘‘Radio’’.
VTS: There is a Vessel Traffic Surveillance Service (VTS), covering the
area off the port. The nearest station is at Kotka, 10 nautical miles West
of Hamina, operated by the Coastguard. Call on VHF Channel 16,
operating on VHF Channel 67.
Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 4 ice-breaker tugs are available (‘‘Akilles’’ 1,500 kW., ‘‘Atlas’’
1,500 kW., ‘‘Neptun’’ 4,000 kW. and ‘‘Vikari’’ 4,000 kW.). Ship’s lines
usually used. Tugs join vessel in the Roads.
Operator: Finntugs Oy. Tel: ␣358 (5) 13043. Fax: ␣358 (5) 184-480.
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BERTHING: Berthing throughout 24 hours. Mooring boatmen
compulsory. The port has a total quay length of 3,300 m.
Berths Length
Max.
Draft Remarks
No. (m.) (m.)
Hillo: 345 6.9 General, bulk
Lakulahti:
L1-L2 216 8.6 General
L3-L6 351 7.9 Ro-Ro, general, containers
L7-L8 240 7.9 Ro-Ro, general, containers
Hiirenkari:
HK1-HK2 158 7.9 General
HK3 100 8.4 Ro-Ro, general
HK4-HK5 210 8.6 General
HK6 8.6 Ro-Ro
Palokangas:
PK1 200 10.0 Ro-Ro, containers
PK2 200 10.0 General, containers
PK3 192 10.0 Ro-Ro, containers
EU0 90 10.0 Containers
EU1 185 10.0 Ro-Ro, containers
EU2 190 10.0 Containers
EU3-4 234 10.0 Containers
Tanker Berths:
Oil Pier No. 1 35 9.0 Ships up to length 210 m.
Oil Pier No. 2 72 10.0 Ships up to length 220 m.
Oil Pier No. 3 80 10.0 Ships up to length 250 m.
LPG Pier 170 9.0
Notice of Readiness: To be tendered via ship’s Agent.
Mooring: Only rope or wire-rope combinations permitted when mooring
a vessel carrying flammable liquids.
Vessel’s Ability to Manoeuvre: Whilst in the port, a vessel’s main engine
shall remain available for manoeuvring at short notice throughout the
vessel’s stay.
Fire Wires: Whilst berthed in the port, vessels shall have fire wires fore
and aft. They shall have towing length of at least 40 m. and be kept clear
of the water at all times.
Hazardous Cargoes: Vessels carrying hazardous cargoes, whilst
manoeuvring/berthing in the port, shall have all associated cargo valves
and hatches/tank lids battened down/closed until berthed alongside.
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: The port has 7 Ro-Ro ramps.
Storage: Sawn timber packaging area, capacity 220,000 cu.m.; open
storage depot, 200,000 sq.m.; china clay storage depot, 86,000 cu.m.;
and urea storage depot, 19,700 cu.m.
Warehouses totalling 255,000 sq.m., of which 62,500 sq.m. are
heated.
Hamina Cargo Terminal Oy: Tel: ␣358 (5) 345-3470.
CRANES: Electric Cranes: 5␺6.5 tonnes.
Mobile/rail mounted cranes: 8␺5-55 tons.
Modern cargo handling devices: 170 units.
CONTAINER HANDLING FACILITIES: The terminal has 3 gantry
cranes (One Panamax). The container terminal covers 30 hectares.
Working Hours: 0700 hrs. – 2400 hrs. Overtime available, if required.
Operator: Hamina Multimodal Terminals Ky: Tel: ␣358 (5) 230-6100.
Fax: ␣358 (5) 230-6119.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Unitised Cargoes
subject to the IMDG Code: A least one week’s notice shall be given prior
to transporting the following classified products:
Explosives.
Organic peroxides (Quantity more than 10 tons).
Radio active cargo.
Inquiries should be addressed by Fax: ␣358 (5) 218-1375 or
Email: [email protected]
Hamina Free Zone: The Free Zone covers 11.2 hectares and has
3,000 sq.m. of ambient warehousing and 6,200 sq.m. of heated
warehousing.
Hamina Freeport Oy Ltd.: Tel: ␣358 (5) 748-2100. Fax: ␣358 (5)
345-3466.
STEVEDORES: ETA is expected in good time before arrival.
Working Hours: Weekdays (2 shifts): 0600 hrs. – 1430 hrs. and
1430 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Saturdays: 0600 hrs. – 1430 hrs. Overtime possible.
Steveco Oy: Tel: ␣358 (5) 23231. Fax: ␣358 (5) 232-3701.
Oil Harbour works throughout 24 hours.
Also see ‘‘Container Handling Facilities’’.
MEDICAL: Advance notice helpful but not compulsory. Hospital facilities
available in Hamina, 6 km. from the port.
TANKERS: There are 3 jetties with berths handling tankers.
Pre-Arrival Information: Vessels arriving at the port for loading/unloading
carrying bulk chemicals or oil products shall submit to the Port Authorities
an Advance Notice covering the chemical/oil products to be
loaded/unloaded/transhipped, including the technical names and total
quantity/quantities on board.
The Advance Notice should be submitted to the Port Authority at least
24 hours prior to vessel’s Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA).
Safety Zones: While berthed at the oil/chemical terminal, during
loading/unloading operations, including tank cleaning, etc., a safety zone
extending 30 m. from the operational vessel will be enforced.
The use of non-intrinsically safe electrical equipment and entry of
motor vehicles within this area is prohibited.
Pre-Loading/Discharging Check List: Prior to commencement of
discharging/loading operations, the Ship/Shore Safety Check List shall
be completed by the vessel’s Master and Shore Operations Supervisor.
Tank Cleaning Operations: Prior to commencing operations, the vessel
is required to obtain a permit from the Port Authority.
Ship-to-Ship Transfers: Mooring operations shall be supervised by the
Port Authority.
Prior to conducting such operations, permission must first be obtained
from the Port Authority.
Spillages: In the case of spillages, the Emergency Control Centre is to
be immediately notified, and all cargo handling operations to be shut
down and manifold valves, if open, to be closed.
Storage: Total oil storage capacity within the port is 500,000 cu.m.
Vopak Terminal: The Terminal has 2 berths (Oil Berths No. 1 and 2),
capable of handling foreign-going ships. Capacity 40,000 cu.m. in
7 tanks. Terminal handles products and chemicals.
Operator: Vopak Chemicals Logistics Finland Oy, Aleksanterinkatu 15B,
00100 Helsinki, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (9) 612-9100. Fax: ␣358 (9)
6129-1099. WWW: www.vopak.com Contact: Heikki Auvinen,
Commercial Operations (Tel: ␣358 (9) 6129-1010. Mobile: ␣358
506-2382).
Fortum Oy: The terminal’s storage capacity is 104,000 cu.m., handling
crude, naphtha, kerosene, middle distillates, vacuum gas oil, heavy fuel
oils, base oils and gasoline.
Operator: Fortum Oy. Contact: General Manager, Terminal Services.
Tel: ␣358 (10) 452-4395. Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.fortum.fi
Transoil: Tel: ␣358 (5) 74931.
Teboil Oy – Suomen Petrooli Oy: Tel: ␣358 (5) 74981. Fax: ␣358 (5)
749-8696. WWW: www.teboil.fi
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
LPG/LNG FACILITIES: FGG Fingas GmbH. Tel: ␣358 (5) 755-1100.
Fax: ␣358 (5) 345-3499.
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
BALLAST: The vessel’s Master is responsible for all operations relating
to vessel’s ballast water.
Only clean ballast water may be discharged into the dock. To
discharge dirty ballast water, the Port Authority will organise reception
facilities, but requires 24 hours notification prior to the vessel’s
commencement of deballasting operations.
Ballast reception facilities available via pipelines in the oil port. Slops
discharged to tank trucks.
DENSITY: 1003.
FRESH WATER: Available at all berths.
FUEL: Fuel and diesel oils available by tank truck at short notice.
Contact: Fortum Oy/Steveco F Oy/Buma Ltd.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS: Fire brigade is located 6 minutes from the port.
Own fire water systems in the port area, and own foam devices within
the oil harbour.
CONSULS: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy,
Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.
REPAIRS: Minor repairs effected, arranged through the ship’s Agent.
DRY DOCKS: Nearest dry dock in Helsinki, 96 nautical miles West of
Hamina.
SURVEYORS: Available locally, order through ship’s Agent.
The following companies specialise in cargo surveying:
SGS: Bulk liquids. Tel: ␣358 (9) 692-7611, (5) 345-3355, 210-6100.
Fax: ␣358 (9) 692-4637, (5) 345-3366, 218-6169.
Saybolt: Bulk liquids. Tel: ␣358 (5) 731-1311, 260-4638. Fax: ␣358
(5) 731-1350, 260-4663. WWW: www.saybolt.fi
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Shore watchmen available, Sundays
and holidays 100% extra.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Crew close automatic hatch covers.
Hatches to be covered manually are usually covered by stevedores.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco: Master 200 cigarettes or
200 grams tobacco. Others, 100 cigarettes or 100 grams tobacco. Wine
and/or Spirit: Master, 3 bottles wine or spirits. Others, 1 bottle.
REPATRIATION: There are facilities for repatriation.
AIRPORT: Helsinki International Airport, distance 155 km. Regular
flights.
TIME: Local time is GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day (1st January); Epiphany Saturday (6th and
12th January); Good Friday; Easter Monday; Labour Day (1st May);
Ascension Day; Whitsuntide (7th Saturday after Easter); Midsummer
Day; All Saints’ Day; Independence Day (6th December); Christmas
(24th, 25th and 26th December); Midsummer’s Eve.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance 112; Fire 112,
731-300.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: In case of an
accident/spillage, immediately contact the Emergency Control Centre on
Tel: 112 and VHF Channel 16.
STORING: Contact: Ivar Ek Ky, Nyman & Co.Ltd.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: See ‘‘Ballast’’.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Finnish Seaman’s Mission, Gerhardinvayla PL13,
49401 Hamina. Tel: ␣358 (5) 345-3330. Fax: ␣358 (5) 345-3331.
Mobile: ␣358 (400) 156-660. Email: [email protected], open
Sunday to Friday, 1800 hrs. – 2200 hrs., located at the Port Office
building.
REGULATIONS: Regular vessels have preference at certain berths.
WEATHER: Wind: Prevailing winds: Variable, in Summer, mostly
Southwesterly.
Tidal Range and Flow: None, prolonged Easterly winds can cause a
lower water level. This should be checked prior to berthing.
GENERAL: Security: The port has a boundary fence and is optically
(CCTV)/manually guarded throughout 24 hours. Entry Permit obtained
from the Port Office.
DEVELOPMENTS: The new container basin, which is being built, will
have total quay length of 610 m. and be able to handle vessels up to
max. draft 14.0 m., enabling the vessels to make use of the new
approach channel, which will be built during the next 3 years.
AUTHORITY: Port of Hamina Authority, P.O. 14, FIN-49401 Hamina,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (52) 225-5400. FAX: ␣358 (52) 225-5419.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.portofhamina.fi
Contact: M. Koskinen, Harbour Master (Mobile: ␣358 (400) 659-286).
Seppo Herrala, Managing Director
(Email: [email protected]). Captain Esa Eerikainen,
Project Manager (Tel: ␣358 (5) 225-5400. Fax: ␣358 (5) 225-5402.
Mobile: ␣358 (40) 502-8630. Email: [email protected]).
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HANKO: 59.49 N. 22.58 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
Ship’s Register.
Crew List.
Passenger List.
Manifests.
Bills of Lading.
Provisions List.
Health Certificate.
APPROACHES: The Western port is approached by a channel of
6 nautical miles with 13.0 m. depth, and the outer port by a channel of
7.2 m. depth.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory, distance from sea to port is 6 miles. Pilot boat
painted red, arriving outside Russaro called by radio via Helsinki VTS.
Pilot Station: Tel: ␣358 (204) 485381. Fax: ␣358 (204) 485380. VHF
Channels 16 and 13.
ANCHORAGES: Inside Gustavsvarn.
MAX. SIZE: LOA 250 m., max. draft 13.0 m.
RADIO: Contact Agents 24 hours prior to arrival giving ETA.
VHF: Helsinki Radio on Channel 13. Hanko Port on Channel 12.
Also see ‘‘Pilotage’’.
VTS: Full information available from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts It is
expected that the port of Hanko will be incorporated into Helsinki VTS
in September 2002.
RADAR: At Pilot Station; service for ships entering port, contact by ship’s
radio.
TUGS: In Winter harbour tug assists ships to and from the quay.
BERTHING:
Berth Length Depth Remarks
(m.) (m.)
Outer Harbour:
OH 1 180 7.2 Ro-Ro
OH 2 170 7.2 Ro-Ro
Western Harbour:
Ro-Ro 1 245 13.0 Deep Quay
Ro-Ro 2 220 7.3
Ro-Ro 3 280 7.3
Ro-Ro 4 165 9.0
Ro-Ro 5 220 8.5 ‘‘Old English Quay’’
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CRANES:
No. Capacity/tons Type
Deep Quay 1 45 Universal container crane
Free Harbour: One mobile crane, lifting capacity 40 tons. 62 forklift
trucks available.
STEVEDORES: Ordered by Agents.
Working Hours: 0700 – 1530 and 1530 – 2230.
MEDICAL: Hanko City Hospital, Esplanadi, Hanko. Tel: ␣358 (19)
280-3555.
DENSITY: 1005.
FRESH WATER: Delivered from shore installations during day and
night. Rate of delivery about 20 t.p.h.
FUEL: Delivered by rail cars only.
CONSULS: Denmark, Iceland, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden.
REPAIRS: Small repairs possible.
SURVEYORS: Surveyors and cargo inspectors available.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available but not compulsory.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Crew allowed to open and close
hatches.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: No restrictions in the Free Port, outside
about 200 cigarettes and limited amount spirits per man.
AIRPORT: Helsinki, 150 km.
TIME: Local time GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Fire and Ambulance 112.
STORING: Storing possible by barge or truck. Forklift trucks and riggers
available.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage containers available on quay.
Garbage fee: Fim 0.20/n.t. Minimum Fim 250.0, Maximum Fim 500.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Tanker trucks available. Contact Hangon
Lokakuljetus Oy. Tel: ␣358 (19) 248-6713, 248-2211. Fax: ␣358 (19)
248-4079.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
AUTHORITY: Port of Hanko, Western Harbour, FIN-10900 Hanko,
Finland. Tel:␣358 (19) 220-3803. FAX: ␣358 (19) 220-3802.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.hanko.fi/satama.htm Contact: Jukka
Ryky, General Manager (Tel: ␣358 (19) 220-3801.
Email: [email protected]). Jukka Inkio, Dock Master (Tel: ␣358 (19)
2203-809).
HELSINKI: 60.10 N. 24.57 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: General Description: The Port of Helsinki is owned by the
City of Helsinki and comprises 4 harbour areas: West Harbour, North
Harbour, South Harbour and Laajasalo Oil Harbour.
The Port of Helsinki is the largest port in Finland with specialised
facilities for passengers and handling Ro-Ro traffic, containers and
unitised cargoes, together with oil and coal.
The Port of Helsinki Authority is responsible for running the port and
for providing services through private-sector companies operating in the
port area.
The ‘‘Service Handbook’’ for the current year can be downloadedfrom
WWW: www.portofhelsinki.fi (click ‘‘Information About Port of Helsinki’’
then ‘‘Publications’’).
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Passenger Lists.
Customs Documents.
2 Crew Bond Declarations.
2 Ship’s Bond Stores Lists.
Derat Certificate.
4 Manifests.
2 Bills of Lading.
Ship’s Register, Certificate of Tonnage.
APPROACHES:
1. Helsinki Lighthouse-Harmaja-Helsinki:
The main approach to Helsinki, this channel starts from East of the
Helsinki Lighthouse, a caisson beacon on the shoals South of Helsinki,
at a distance of around 22 km. from the port. It proceeds via the Harmaja
Pilot Station and the Kustaanmiekka Strait between the islands of
Suomenlinna and Vallisaari, to the open area of water beyond, known
as Kruunuvuorenselka. To this point the channel is navigable by vessels
drawing up to 9.5 m.
The fairway branching off North of the Harmaja Pilot Station and
leading to the West Harbour has a depth of 8.9 m. Pilots are taken on
board at Harmaja.
2. Helsinki Lighthouse-Melkki-Helsinki:
This 11 m. channel leads from the Helsinki Lighthouse to the East of
the Graskarbadan Light and then between the islands of Pihlajasaari
and Melkki to the West Harbour. Pilots are taken on board from the
Helsinki Pilot Station at Graskarbadan.
3. Porkkala-Helsinki: (Southern Finland Winter Fairway).
The Winter fairway into Helsinki begins from roughly 8 km. West of
the Porkkala Lighthouse. The channel is 10 m. deep from Sommaro,
decreasing to 9 m. from Ronngrund. The fairway joins the 11 m. channel
(see above) leading to the West Harbour S.W. of Katajaluoto, and joins
the 9.6 m. leading to Helsinki, North of Harmaja.
During the Winter months, the passage from the Helsinki Lighthouse
to Harmaja may be closed owing to ice conditions, then vessel traffic
into Helsinki is directed via the route above. Pilots are taken onboard
at Sommero Pilot Station.
4. Porkkala-Helsinki:
In addition to the above channel, there is a 7.9 m. fairway leading from
Porkkala to Helsinki, which begins fromabout 1 km. West of the Porkkala
Lighthouse and joins S.E. of Pihlajasaari with the 8.9 m. channel leading
to the West Harbour. Pilots are taken onboard from the Porkkala Pilot
Station.
5. Emasalo-Vuosaari-Helsinki:
From the East there is a 9 m. channel leading to Helsinki through the
outer islands, which joins with the main approaches to Helsinki North of
Harmaja. Pilots are taken onboard from the Emasalo Pilot Station.
Leading from this 9 m. channel, there is a 7.5 m. approach to the former
shipyard area of Vuosaari.
Variations in Water Level: There are no tidal variations as such in the
port, but rather the differences noted are the result of weather or climatic
conditions.
Max. ␣1.36 m.
MHW ␣0.85 m.
MLW ␤0.65 m.
Min. ␤0.92 m.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory.
Helsinki Pilotage Area:
Helsinki VHF Channel 13.
Porkkala VHF Channels 9 and 13.
Emasalo VHF Channels 9 and 13.
Pilot Service – Helsinki VTS: 24 hours notice before arrival at Helsinki,
Emasalo or Porkkala Pilot Boarding Areas by calling one of the following
numbers:
Pilot Service: Tel: ␣358 (204) 485381. Reserve Number: ␣358 (9)
1733-3490 (VTS).
Pilot Service: Fax: ␣358 (204) 485380. Reserve Number: ␣358 (9)
1733-3489 (VTS).
A Pilot request must be made 6 hours and confirmed 3 hours before
arrival at the Pilot Boarding Area via VHF Channel 13 or by telephone.
A Pilot request must be made 6 hours and confirmed 3 hours before
departure or shifting ship using VHF Channel 13 or by telephone.
Also see ‘‘Approaches’’.
ANCHORAGES: Good anchorage available outside harbour, depth26 ft.
to 32 ft. clay bottom.
MAX. SIZE: Draft 9.43 m., length no limit.
HEALTH: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
VHF: VTS Sector 1: Call Helsinki VTS, Channel 71.
VTS Sector 2: Call Helsinki VTS, Channel 9.
Additional capacity on Channel 11.
Other Radio Traffic: Operations in the Port of Helsinki on Channel 12.
Pilotage information on Channel 13.
Traffic Reports: A vessel must provide a traffic report at the reporting
points shown on navigational charts and 15 minutes before arrival at the
Kustaanmiekka or Sarkka Straits.
When a vessel makes first contact with the VTS Centre, it should only
give vessel’s name, location and the planned route. The VTS Centre will
confirm that it has received the report and will provide the vessel with
the necessary information and instructions.
A vessel must also give a traffic report after anchoring or after it has
made fast alongside. If necessary, the VTS Centre will indicate an
anchorage for the vessel. A vessel manoeuvring irregularly must always
give a traffic report. A report must also be given whenever circumstances
so require. Local traffic vessels (water-buses, tugs, supply vessels and
other similar craft) should give a traffic report only in poor visibility.
Also see ‘‘Pilotage’’.
VTS: VTS applies to all merchant and Government vessels in the area
covered, unless they are specifically exempt. Pleasure craft should also
follow the instructions given by the VTS Centre. Harbour regulations
apply to the water areas of the ports.
In May 2000, the Gulf of Finland Maritime District extendedtheHelsinki
VTSarea to cover the whole of the area between the Inkoo 13 m. Fairway
and the Skoldvik 15.3 m. Fairway, including the fairways themselves.
Harbour areas within the extended area, other than the Port of Helsinki,
are not included in the VTS area.
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The Port of Helsinki is responsible for VTS services within the port
area. The Gulf of Finland Maritime District is responsible for the
remainder of the VTS area.
Helsinki Sea Traffic Centre: The following operations are handled by the
Helsinki Sea Traffic Centre, which is located in Helsinki South Harbour:
Helsinki VTS.
Pilot services for the Helsinki Pilotage area.
Harbour Pilot services for the Port of Helsinki and Skoldvik.
Emergency Co-ordination Centre for the Port of Helsinki
The Helsinki Sea Traffic Centre is operated jointly by the 2 authorities
and the staff of the centre work on the whole of the extended area. There
are at least 2 VTS traffic operators on duty at the centre at all times.
The present VTS area will be left as a special area within the new,
extended, VTS area, so that a separate VHF radio channel and check-in
points for coastal traffic can be used in the busiest part of the VTS area.
Traffic reports apply to all vessels with LOA over 20 m.
Service Provided by the VTS Centre: All vessels with LOA more than
12 m. and equipped with VHF Channels 71 or 9 must listen continuously
to the channel used in the VTS sector concerned. All information about
the traffic situation in the area and the necessary instructions will be
given through VTS traffic channels.
The VTS Centre can provide positioning assistance on request if the
vessel’s navigational equipment is malfunctioning. Such assistance can
also be given if the Centre deems it necessary.
The languages used in VTSradio communications areEnglish, Finnish
and Swedish.
Responsibility for safe navigation remains with the Master at all times
and VTS does not interfere with the division of duties between theMaster
and the Pilot.
Information Service: The VTS Centre receives and provides information
about conditions and events important to shipping and safety at sea.
Priority is given to information that is of immediate concern to the vessel.
Vessels are provided with information in conjunction with the Vessel’s
Traffic Report, on request or whenever circumstances so require.
Traffic Organisation Service: When necessary VTS gives instructions on
the speed of vessels, prohibits vessels from overtaking other ships in
the VTS area or specifies the right-of-way in narrow channels.
A vessel must obtain permission from the VTS Centre to depart not
more than 5 minutes before casting off from the quay or leaving the
anchorage and must report its planned route. After checking the traffic
situation, the VTS Centre will notify the vessel of other ships in the area
and, if necessary, will specify the order of departure from the port. A
ship must notify the VTS Centre of any inability to keep to the planned
departure time. If necessary, the VTS Centre will recommend an
alternative route for the vessel.
Violations: The ‘Rule of the Road at Sea’, Harbour Regulations and good
seamanship must be observed at all times. Any violations will bereported
to the relevant Authorities.
‘‘Helsinki – VTS Master’s Guide’’ is available from Gulf of Finland
Maritime District, Porkkalankatu, FIN-00181 Helsinki, Finland. Tel: ␣358
(204) 481, or can be downloaded from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Several available. Charges based upon time when tug leaves
station berth until moment of return to same station.
Privately owned tugs are available 24 hrs./day.
Alfons Hakans Oy AB, Linnankatu 36 C, Turku. Tel: ␣358 (2) 515500.
Fax: ␣358 (2) 251-5873. WWW: www.alfonshakans.fi
Icebreakers: Icebreaking work within the harbour area is carried out on
behalf of the Port of Helsinki by Alfons Hakans Oy AB. During the Winter
months, icebreakers belonging to the Finnish Maritime Administration
are assigned to assist vessels from the open sea to the harbour area
and vice versa.
BERTHING:
West Harbour: Specialises in container traffic, but also serves Ro-Ro
traffic with direct connections with ports in Sweden, Germany, U.K.,
Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia and Poland.
The harbour serves connections with transshipment to North and
South America, Australia, and the Near and Far East.
Container Terminal: For short-term storage of large units, the Terminal
has an outdoor area of 42 hectares and a heated store for 124 TEU. For
storage of IMDG-class containers, there is space for 145 TEU outside
and 8 TEU inside.
The area also offers 450 reefer points and a warehouse for storage
of dangerous and inflammable chemicals. An automatic planning and
control system is in operation in the container terminal.
Free Zone in the container terminal offers the same advantages as a
Free Port.
Auxiliary services include container stripping and stuffing, 3 different
container depots and container repair services.
2 passenger Ro-Ro ferry lines operate from the harbour to Tallinn.
The area is closed to other traffic and is protected both electronically
and by security patrols, within walking distance of Helsinki’s business
centre.
Harbour Operator: Finnsteve Oy AB. Tel: ␣358 (105) 6560. Fax: ␣358
(685) 7254.
Port of Helsinki Duty Officer, for information on berths, arrivals and
departures, ordering fresh water and electricity supply. Tel: ␣358 (9)
1733-3601 (24 hours).
Dock Master: Tel: ␣358 (9) 1733-3290.
Depth of channels: 11.0 m. and 9.1 m.
Length of Quays: 3,957 m.
Ferry berths: 7.
Quay cranes: 2.
Universal Crane: 1.
Container Cranes: 6.
Vuosaari Coal Unloading Quay: The Port of Helsinki has rented a
4,000 sq.m. area for unloading coal in Vuosaari, West Harbour. 2 of
Helsinki Energy’s 3 power plants, responsible for Helsinki’s energy
needs, are located alongside the harbour areas. These 2 power plants
use coal. The coal is unloaded and stored in storage areas next to the
power stations.
Saukko Sand Quay (Lohja Oy): The sand quay adjacent to the harbour
area serves the needs of building production in the Helsinki region.
Lifting Cranes and Ramps
Quay Depth in Depth
1
No. and Type Lifting
Ramp Length Fairway Alongside of Crane Capacity Outreach
(m.) (m.) (m.) (tons) (m.)
3
Tammasaari Quay:
LTA 135 6.9 7.6
Energy Board Fuel Quay:
LEL 137 8.9 9.8
Saukonpassi Quay (private):
LSH 20 8.9 4.5
Saukko Quay:
LS8 430 9.1 9.2 1 Container 30/40 28.0
LSA 9.1 9.2 1 Container 40/50 34.0
LSB 9.1 10.1 1 Container 40/50 27.0
(Private)
LSB 9.1 10.1 1 Container 40/50 27.0
Jatkasaari Quay:
LJA 1,285 6.0 1 container 40/50 23.0
LJB 6.8
LJC 7.3
LJD 7.5
LJ3 8.2
LJ4 8.9 9.0
LJ5 8.9 9.0
LJ6 8.9 9.5
LJE 8.9 9.5 2 cranes 3.0/5.0 20.5/12.5
Sampo Quay:
LSL 187 8.9 5.5
Valtameri Quay:
LV7 210 11.0 11.0
Melkki Quay:
LM9 400 11.0 12.1 1 Universal 30.5/40 32.5
LMA 11.0 12.1 Container 40/55 36.0
LMB 11.0 12.2 Container 35/45 34.0
Silli Quay:
LS1 275 4.0/6.0
Kvaerner Masa Yards:
LMY 8.9 9.0
Munkkisaari Quay:
LHA 196 8.9 8.2 Pneumatic
grain unloader
2
LHB 162 8.9 7.5/8.2
LHC 350 8.9 9.0
LHD 8.9 9.0
Hietalahti Quay:
LKL 170 6.5
LJM 170 6.5
Ramp Details:
Quay Ramp
Height above
Mean Water Width
Centre Line from
Quay Side
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Jatkasaari Quay:
Bridge ramp LJ3 1.42-4.02 17.0 12.1
Bridge ramp LJ4 1.76-3.55 22.0 14.5
Shore ramp LJ5 2.00 – 3.00 20.5 10.3
Bridge ramp LJ6 1.15 – 4.25 17.0 11.0
Valtameri Quay:
Shore ramp LV7 1.85 – 4.15 17.0 11.0
Melkki Quay:
Shore ramp LM9 1.30 – 2.60 31.0 17.5
Slaukko Quay:
Shore ramp LS8 1.30 – 2.60 28.5 14.25
2
Owned by the state granary.
3
Outreach from quay/fender seaward.
Maximum axle load (max. bogie load): For Jatkasaari Quay 50 tons
each ramp. For Valtameri Quay 52 tons.
South Harbour: Passenger services are concentrated in the South
Harbour, in the heart of the city.
There are regular scheduled sailings to Stockholm twice a day, to
Tallinn three times a day and also to Rostock 2 – 3 times per week in
Summer-time.
In Summer-time, there are numerous connections by high speed
vessels to Tallinn.
Passenger traffic is served by 4 passenger/ferry terminals: Olympia
Terminal, Makasiini Terminal, Kanava Terminal and Katajanokka
Terminal.
Katajanokka Terminal is used by cruise vessels.
The port also serves both export and import cargoes. Most of the
imports comprise unitised cargo transport of consumer and capital
investment goods. A large proportion of exports are products of paper
and metal industries.
Port of Helsinki Duty Officer, for information on berths, arrivals and
departures, ordering fresh water and electricity supply. Tel: ␣358 (9)
1733-3601 (24 hrs.). Fax: ␣358 (9) 1733-3602.
Dock Master: Tel: ␣358 (9) 1733-3290.
Depth of channels: 6.9 m, 7.6 m., 9.1 m. and 9.3 m.
Length of Quays: 2,136 m.
Ferry berths: 7.
Quay Ramp Length
Depth in
Fairway
Depth
1
Alongside
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Olympia Quay EO1 150 7.9 7.5
Olympia Quay EO2 220 7.9 8.8
Makasiini Quay EM3 140 7.9 7.5
Makasiini Quay EM4 130 7.9 7.2
Pakkahuone Quay EPL 135 6.0
Lubeck Quay ELY 95 3.8
Keisarinluoto Quay EKE 80 2.7
Linna Quay ELL 96 3.6/4.5
Katajanokka Quay EKA 70 5.0/5.5
Katajanokka Quay EK5 180 7.9 8.8
Katajanokka Quay EKL 120 7.9 8.8
Katajanokka Quay EK6 220 7.9 8.8
Katajanokka Quay EK7 220 7.9 8.8
Passenger Cruise Liners ERA 280 9.3 10.3
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Quay Ramp Length
Depth in
Fairway
Depth
1
Alongside
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Passenger Cruise Liners ERB Quay and
dolphin
9.6 10.0
EKJ 410 9.0 6.5/9.0
1
Minimum depth from mean water mark to bottom.
Ramp details:
Quay Ramp
Height above
Mean Water Width
Centre Line from
Quay Side
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Olympia Quay
Bridge ramp EO1 1.8-3.35 12.0 9.5
Bridge ramp EO2 1.4-3.5 22.0 14.0
Makasiini Quay
Shore ramps EM3/EM4 1.65-2.2 16.5 8.2
Katajanokka Quay
Shore ramp EK5 2.3-2.7 15.0 10.8
Shore ramp EK6 1.85-2.65 23.5 14.0
Bridge ramp EK7 1.65-3.91 22.0 11.95
Maximum axle load (max. bogie load): 30 (60) tons.
North Harbour:
Ro-Ro ferry transport within walking distance from Helsinki’s business
centre.
The North Harbour, formerly the Sornainen Harbour, is a Ro-Ro ferry
harbour.
The North Harbour has scheduled regular Ro-Ro lines to and from
ports in Germany, U.K., the Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden.
The North Harbour is the centre for Finnish imports of fruit and
vegetables with extensive warehouses.
The whole area is closed to other traffic and is guarded both
electronically and by security patrols.
Container Terminal: Outdoor area of 34 ha. for short term storage of
large units, and heated sheds for several hundred containers.
IMO IMDG class containers, there is outdoor space for approximately
40 TEU. In addition, the Terminal has 58 coupling points for reefer
containers.
An automatic planning and control system is in operation at the
container terminal.
Auxiliary services, such as container stripping and stuffing, container
depot and repair services, are also offered.
Free Warehouse: The Port’s activities in the Free Warehouse involve
long-term storage of goods. There is no time limit on storage in the Free
Warehouse.
Harbour Operator: Finnsteve Oy AB. Tel: ␣358 (105) 6560. Fax: ␣358
(9) 766749.
Port of Helsinki Duty Officer, for information on berths, arrivals and
departures, ordering fresh water and electricity supply. Tel: ␣358 (9)
1733-3355 (24 hrs.).
Dock Master: Tel: ␣358 (9) 1733-3290.
Depth of Channels: 5.0 m, 8.0 m. and 9.0 m.
Length of Quays: 2,269 m.
Ferry Berths: 7.
Quay Cranes: 1 ␣ 4.
Universal Crane: 1.
Mobile Crane: 1.
Lifting Cranes and Ramps
Quay Depth in Depth
1
No. and Type Lifting
Ramp Length Fairway Alongside of Crane Capacity Outreach
(m.) (m.) (m.) (tons) (m.)
3
Hanasaari Quay:
SHB 250 9.0 9.0/9.6
SHA 180 9.0 8.5 1 stationary 150.0 22.1
crane 50.0 30.0
30.0 32.0
4 cranes 6/3 9/24.0
Sompasaari Quay:
SS6 200 9.0 9.2
SS1 9.0 9.0
SS2 600 9.0 9.0
SSA 9.0 9.0 1 universal
crane
SSB 9.0 9.0 container/ hook 30.5/40.0 32.5
SS3 9.0 9.2 hook 10.0 35.0
SS4 140 7.0 Mobile 104/38 22/48
SS5 140 7.3
Sornainen Quay:
SIT 399 5.0 5.5
SS7 150 8.0 8.8
Fishing Harbour Quay:
SKS 210 5.0 5.0
1
Minimum depth from mean water mark to bottom.
3
Outreach from quay/fender seaward.
Ramp Details:
Quay Ramp
Height above
Mean Water Width
Centre Line
from Quay Side
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Parru Quay:
SS1 Bridge ramp 17.0 0.70-3.80 11.00 50
Sompasaari Quay:
SS2 Bridge ramp 19.0 1.20-4.00 12.5 35 (70)
SS2 Shore ramp 33.0 2.05/3.00 16.5 35 (70)
SS3 Shore ramp 30.0 1.35-2.45 15.0 100
SS4 Shore ramp 17.0 1.50-2.60 10.0
SS5 Shore ramp 15.0 1.40-4.30 13.0 50
Hanasaari Quay:
SS6 doubledeck
ramp (lower) 28.0 2.45-3.20 14.5
ramp (upper) 13.0 9.20-9.70 12.0
Sornainen Qay:
SS7 28.0 1.20-2.50 14.0
Laajasalo Oil Harbour: See ‘‘Tankers’’.
CRUISE FACILITIES: South Harbour: Katajanokka Terminal is used by
cruise vessels.
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: Specially equipped berths for handling
bulk cargoes in North Harbour.
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
CONTAINER HANDLING FACILITIES: See ‘‘Berthing’’.
STEVEDORES: 24 hours ETA required. Companies available of which
1 specialises in discharging timber and coal.
Working hours: Weekdays, 0700 – 1600 hrs. and 1600 – 2230 hrs.
Saturdays, 0700 – 1500 hrs. Lunch break weekdays and Saturdays
1100 – 1130 hrs.
A private stevedoring company, Finnsteve Oy AB, takes care of normal
stowage within the harbour storage areas (WWW: www.finnsteve.fi).
Oy Containerships Ltd. (WWW: www.containershipsgroup.com) and
Finnsteve Oy AB also attend to the transport of goods within the harbour
storage areas, in the container terminals, and in their own warehouses.
MEDICAL: Agents to be informed by radio if fever suspected.
TANKERS: Max. draft 9.6 m.
The Laajasalo Oil Harbour serves principally as a port for the import
of oil products, either from abroad or from the country’s 2 coastal
refineries. Oil companies operating in Finland have their own tanks at
the Laajasalo Harbour from which they serve the oil supply needs of the
Helsinki region.
The Herttoniemi area houses an Oil Pollution Control Depot, operated
jointly by the Port of Helsinki, the City of Helsinki Rescue Department
and the Ministry of the Environment.
Dock Master: Tel: ␣358 (9) 1733-3290. Fax: ␣358 (9) 1733-3408.
Duty Officer (24 hours): Tel: ␣358 (9) 753-2674. Fax: ␣358 (9)
1733-3356.
Harbour
Quay
Length
Depth
Alongside
Depth of
Channel
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Herttoniemi:
Rescue Dept. Pier 60 3.0
Laajasalo Oil Harbour: 6.9
Oy Shell Pier 32 10.0 9.5
Esso Oy Pier 30 10.6 9.5
Fortum Oil and Gas Oy 58 10.2 9.5
POLLUTION: In the event of an oil spill or accident involving the risk of
oil pollution, contact should be made immediately with the City of Helsinki
Rescue Department, emergency Tel: 112, and with the Port Authority
(Duty Officer) on Tel: ␣358 (9) 1733-3601.
Air Pollution Control: IMO has approved a recommendation for the
sulphur content of bunker fuel in the Baltic Sea, with max. level of 1.5%.
The Port of Helsinki recommends that all vessels in the Helsinki area
use fuels that meet the max. level.
Vessels must use their equipment in such a way that smoke emissions
are slight and that vessels use catalytic converters or other means in
their auxiliary engines to break down nitrogen oxides.
Noise: Finland has a law stipulating that people are to be protected
against noise, and vessels disturbing the environment may not belocated
close to the residential areas of the city. The Port of Helsinki recommends
adherence to the following rules regarding noise:
(a) The noise produced by a vessel during the daytime may not
exceed 49 dB at a distance of 250 m. (63 dB at a distance of
50 m.).
(b) The noise produced by a vessel during night-time may not exceed
44 dB at a distance of 250 m. (58 dB at a distance of 50 m.).
(c) Repair work creating noise is prohibited near residential areas.
(d) While alongside, passenger announcements may only be made
to internal areas of the vessel.
(e) The ship’s whistle may only be used for giving safety signals from
the ship.
Water Pollution Control: In accordance with the MARPOL agreement,
untreated sewage must not be jettisoned at sea nearer than 12 nautical
miles from the nearest shore.
All discharges into the sea of treated sewage and oily water are
prohibited inshore of the Helsinki Lighthouse.
At quays intended for regular/scheduled passenger vessels, piping is
provided for sewage discharge to the City’s main sewagetreatment plant.
Paint waste must not be thrown into the sea. If the sides of a ship are
washed in the harbour, a minimum of detergent is to be used, and only
detergents with biological tensides and citrates as cleaning agents are
allowed. Phosphates must not be used.
Food Waste: Ground-up and disinfected wastes must not be discharged
into the sea inshore of the Helsinki Lighthouse.
Also see ‘‘Emergency Co-Ordination Centre’’.
DENSITY: 1004 – 1005.
FRESH WATER: Available by hoses from hydrants at quays, ordered
via Port of Helsinki’s Duty Personnel, listed under West, North and South
Harbour.
FUEL: All grades available; any amount at short notice.
CONSULS: All maritime countries are represented in Helsinki.
REPAIRS: All types available.
DRY DOCKS: Kvaerner-Masa Yards, Hietalahti:
Extreme Breadth at Depth
Dock Length Entrance on Sill
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Dry Dock 1 142 20 6.6
Dry Dock 2 208 34 9.6
SURVEYORS: Lloyd’s Register of Shipping, Bureau Veritas, Det Norske
Veritas and other private companies.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Recommended but not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Crew/Stevedores.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes, 1 litre wine and 1 litre spirits
each man.
REPATRIATION: Available.
AIRPORT: Distance to airport 25 km. Flights every day all over Europe.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
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HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day (1st January); Epiphany (6th January);
Good Friday; Easter Monday; May Day (1st May); Ascension Day
(9th May); Whitsun (19th May); Midsummer’s Eve and Day (21st and
22nd June); All Saints’ Day (2nd November); Independence Day
(6th December); Christmas Eve (24th December); Christmas Day
(25th December) and Boxing Day (26th December).
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance 112; Fire 112.
General alarm 112.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: Helsinki Maritime Rescue
Sub-Centre (MRSC). Tel: ␣358 (204) 1002. VHF Channel 16.
Oil Pollution Control: In the event of an oil spill or accident involving the
risk of oil pollution, contact should be made immediately with the City
of Helsinki Rescue Department, Emergency, Tel: 112, and with
Helsinki VTS. Tel: 1733-3280 (24 hours).
TELEPHONES: Most quays have facilities for ship-to-shore telephone
connections. Telephone receivers are available from the Port Control
personnel, who also inform ships of the telephone number. Telephones
can be ordered in advance from ship’s Agents.
SERVICES: Compasses are adjusted by competent adjusters approved
by the Board of Navigation. For compass adjustment the port has
constructed piles or buoys with direction markings. These appliances
can be used also for radio direction-finders.
Vessels using the compass-adjustment facilities must have on board
a Harbour Pilot, who is entitled to the same compensation as for harbour
pilotage.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: The Port of Helsinki provides strict instructions
for vessels in compliance with the port’s waste management policies.
The Port levies separate charges on vessels for dry wastes and oily
wastes.
Application for dry waste discharge is made to the Port of Helsinki.
The vessel shall prepare and send a ‘‘Notification of Ship Generated
Waste’’ to the Port of Helsinki, 24 hours before arrival in Helsinki. The
notification must be sent by fax to: ␣358 (9) 1733-3408.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Application to discharge oily waste should be
made to the Finnish Maritime Administration, PO Box 171, FIN-00181
Helsinki, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (204) 4840. Fax: ␣358 (204) 484-355.
WWW: www.fma.fi
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Finnish Seamen’s Service, MEPA, operate the
Helsinki Seamen’s Club and Hotel. Facilities include TV, pool,
refreshments, sauna and gymnasium, sightseeing tours, football and
athletics can also be arranged.
REGULATIONS: Dangerous Goods: For information on the transport
and the handling of dangerous goods, contact the Safety Unit, Tel: ␣358
(1) 733-3273, Fax: ␣358 (1) 733-3288.
Also see ‘‘Garbage Disposal’’ and ‘‘Waste Oil Disposal’’.
GENERAL: Port@net: This service network is intended for navigation
and port functions. The system electronically directs outgoing vessel,
timetable, cargo notices that are updated into a centralised database
accessible by everyone involved in port operations and navigation.
Vessel and cargo notices sent to the Port, Finnish Maritime
Administration or Customs Authorities can be sent as one notification in
electronic format via the Port@net system. Notices may be sent via the
Internet or a company’s own system using EDIFACT or XLM formats.
AUTHORITY: Port of Helsinki Authority, Olympiaranta 3,
00140 Helsinki. Mailing Address: P.O.Box 800, FIN-00099 Helsinki,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (9) 173331. FAX: ␣358 (9) 1733-3232.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.portofhelsinki.fi Contact: Heikki
Nissinen, Port Director (Email: [email protected]). Kari Wallin,
Harbour Master (Tel: 1733-3270, mobile ␣358 (50) 551-6890.
Email: [email protected]).
INKOO: 60.1 N. 23.55 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: The port is situated in the rural area of Fagervik Bay, 60 km.
S.W. of Helsinki. Vessels approach the port via the Porkkala Kallbadan
and Porkkala Sommaro Channels.
General Information: The port is owned by Inkoo Shipping Oy AB who
also provide all port services.
PILOTAGE: Pilotage is compulsory for vessels sailing in Finnish inner
territorial waters, except for vessels not used for commercial operations
and vessels whose Masters have a Pilotage Exemption Certificate for
the fairway concerned, granted by the Finnish Maritime Administration.
Notification of a Pilot request must be made 24 hours before arrival
at the boarding position by calling the following numbers:
Tel: ␣358 (204) 485381, Pilot Service, or VTS reserve Tel: ␣358 (91)
733-3490.
A Pilot request must be made 6 hours before, and confirmed 2 hours
before arrival at the Pilot Boarding Area, on VHF Channel 9 or by
telephone.
Pilot boards at Porkkala, in position Lat. 59␥ 54’ N., Long. 24␥ 12’ E.
Additional information available on the Internet at
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts (PDF file).
Pilotage service 24 hours a day. Distance from boarding place to
harbour area approximately 14 miles.
ANCHORAGES: Anchorage area is at Porkkala in position
Lat. 59␥ 53’ N., Long. 24␥ 09’ E., one mile N.W. from Inkoo 2.
RESTRICTIONS: See ‘‘General – Icebreakers’’.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft in the approach channel is 13.0 m., and 10.0 m.
in the turning areas off the berths.
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
VTS: The Gulf of Finland Maritime District extended the Helsinki VTS
area to cover the fairway to Inkoo in May 2000. VTS is used for
monitoring shipping movements. It provides the vessels in the VTS area
or those entering the area with information about shipping and maritime
safety. Vessels in the area (VTS Sector 2) should make reports and
listen on VHF Channel 9 or 11. Traffic announcements and warnings to
navigation are issued via these channels. Vessels entering the VTSarea
must give a traffic report, giving name, location and planned route.
Harbour areas are not under VTS control.
Full information is available from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
Also see ‘‘Pilotage’’.
TUGS: Tugs are available at any time, 3 hours’ notice required. If the
vessel is over 200 m. LOA tug joins at Fageroe Island about 5 miles
before harbour area, otherwise tugs join at the turning place 1 milebefore
harbour area. Tugs use ship’s lines.
BERTHING:
Berth Length Max. Draft Discharge Rate
No. (m.) (m.) (tons/day)
3 230 7.8 4,000
4 145 7.8 4,000
There is 0.5 hectares of open storage alongside each berth with a
total of 6 hectares open storage and 9,000 sq.m. of warehousing
available near the berths.
Fortum Power and Heat: Total length of quay 410 m. Max. draft 13.0 m.
at the East part of the quay (240 m.), and max. draft 10.0 m. at the West
part of the quay (170 m.).
CRANES: 3 cranes available (1␺3 tons, 1␺6 tons and 1␺10 tons).
Fortum Quay: 1␺20 tons and 3␺10 tons.
STEVEDORES: Working Hours: 0600 hrs. – 2200 hrs.
POLLUTION: According to the terms of the Convention on the Protection
of the Marine Environment of the Baltic Sea Area, the discharge or
jettisoning of solid or liquid waste into the sea is prohibited throughout
the Baltic Sea Area.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: Available, contact ship’s Agent.
REPAIRS: Possible.
TELEPHONES: Available.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Facilities available, contact the ship’s Agent.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Facilities available, contact the ship’s Agent.
GENERAL: Electrical Power: Available near all the quays.
Icebreakers: Government icebreakers controlled by the National Board
of Navigation keep the official channel to the port of Inkoo open
throughout the year. Ships are assisted according to the prevailing
restrictions to navigation set by the National Board of Navigation.
Tidal Flow: Tidal range/water level in the harbour varies from ␤0.88 m.
to max. ␣1.34 m. at Chart Datum.
Customs: There is a local Customs office in the port. Working hours are
0700 hrs. – 1600 hrs.
Useful Contact Telephone Number:
Customs Office Inkoo Tel: ␣358 (9) 2219-281
AUTHORITY: Inkoo Shipping Oy AB, FIN-10210 Inkoo, Finland.
Tel: ␣358 (9) 221-9220. FAX: ␣358 (9) 2219-2227.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.inkooshipping.fi
Contact: Marja-Liisa Korhonen, Port Manager
(Email: [email protected]). Tom Bjorklof (After hours
␣358 (400) 475-353). Tomas Damen (After hours ␣358 (400)
471-053).
JAKOBSTAD (Pietarsaari): 63.42 N. 22.42 E.
(See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
International Measurement Certificate.
3 Manifests.
2 Bills of Lading of each consignment.
Customs Documents:
1 Crew List.
1 Special List (personal effects).
1 Provision List (ship’s articles).
Important: If the vessel is calling at two or more Finnish ports, 2 of each
of these lists are to be produced at the first port of call.
PILOTAGE: VHF Channel 16. Tel: ␣358 (204) 487620. Fax: ␣358(204)
487629. Anchorage for vessel awaiting a Pilot: outside the lighthouse
‘‘Kallan’’. Pilot boat equipped with radar.
ANCHORAGES: On inner roads called ‘‘Ado Roads’’, depth 8.0 m.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft in the inner harbour 9.0 m. No tide.
HEALTH: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
RADIO: Helsinki Radio Station. VHF Channels 16/28.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Tug ‘‘Simson’’ (1,760 h.p.) is normally stationed in the harbour.
Ship’s lines to be used. Tel: ␣358 (6) 724-4029. Fax: ␣358 (50)
553-3640.
BERTHING: Southern Quay: Length 180 m., depth 7.4 m.
Old Quay: Length 130 m., depth 4.9 m. (inside), 6.0 m. (outside).
Busko Quay (Ro-Ro Berth): Length 160 m., depth 7.4 m.
Laucko Quay: Length 300 m., depth 9.0 m.
Elevator Quay: Depth 6.0 m.
CRANES: 4 mobile cranes.
STEVEDORES: 1st shift Monday to Friday 0700 – 1600 hrs. (meal hours
1100 – 1200 hrs.); 2nd shift Monday to Friday 1600 – 2400 hrs. To
commence loading at 0700 hrs. notice must be given latest at 1600 hrs.
the day before, or before 1200 hrs. if commencing at 1600 hrs. Saturday
work 0700 hrs. – 1500 hrs.
MEDICAL: Advance notice not required. All facilities available.
TANKERS: Vessel’s draft must not exceed 9.0 m.
DENSITY: Fresh water.
FRESH WATER: From pipeline alongside quay.
FUEL: Light Fuel Oil and Heavy Fuel Oil available.
CONSULS:
Denmark. Tel:␣358 (72) 47456, 32234.
Sweden. Tel: ␣358 (204) 169102.
REPAIRS: All types of repairs possible.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Watchmen recommended.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CERTIFICATES: Derat Certificate to be kept on board.
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CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco: 200 cigarettes per 6 days for
each crew member. Wine and/or Spirits: 1 bottle of each per 6 days for
each man over 20 years of age.
REPATRIATION: Crew changes can be effected.
AIRPORT: Kronoby Airport about 30 km. from Jakobstad. 4 flights daily.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: 1st and 6th January; Good Friday; Easter Eve; Easter
Monday; Labour Day (1st May); Ascension Day; Midsummer Eve; Whit
Monday; 6th December (Independence Day); 25/26th December;
All Saints’ Day.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance and Fire 112.
TELEPHONES: Connection for telephone on board available.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
AUTHORITY: Port of Pietarsaari Authority, Laukontie 1, Laukkovagen,
FIN-68600 Pietarsaari, Jakobstad, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (6) 723-0034.
FAX: ␣358 (6) 723-0034. Contact: Kristian Hallis, Port Director
(Email: [email protected]).
KASKINEN (Kasko): 62.23 N. 21.13 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Customs Lists.
2 Passenger Lists.
Manifest, Bill of Lading, etc.
Between 1st December – 30th April (Winter) icebreaker available. The
Finnish Ice Class Certificate, (required since 1984) can be obtained in
Kaskinen.
PILOTAGE: Kaskinen Pilot boards 4 miles – 5 miles outside Pilot
Station. Pilot boat or station can be called by VHF Channel 16 or 13.
Tel: ␣358 (62) 222-7296.
ANCHORAGES: Safe areas of anchorage, 3 miles W.S.W. of Salgrund,
depths 10.0 m. – 20.0 m.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft 9.0 m.
HEALTH: In case of sickness onboard, contact the Agent.
RADIO: Helsinki Radio.
VHF: Radar service/VHF Channel 13 (Kaskinen Pilot).
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
RADAR: Radar service/VHF Channel 13 (Kaskinen Pilot).
TUGS: 1␺1,015 kW. Tug available during Winter.
BERTHING:
Pier 500 m. length, 9.0 m. depth.
Pier 35 m. length, 7.2 m. depth.
Pier 160 m. length, 5.4 m. depth.
Pier 120 m. length, 8.0 m. depth.
CRANES: Mobile cranes with capacity 8 tons – 24 tons.
STEVEDORES: Available; rates about 250 – 300 tons pulp per work
gang.
MEDICAL: Hospital available.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: Available at berths.
FUEL: Available by tank truck.
CONSULS: None.
REPAIRS: Only small repairs.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Wine/Spirit: 1 bottle spirit. Tobacco:
200 cigarettes.
AIRPORT: Distance to Vasa Airport 90 km. Served by regular airlines.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours.
HOLIDAYS: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance and Fire 112.
TELEPHONES: Can be connected.
SHORE LEAVE: Allowed.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Drums available alongside. Charges:
0.15 FIM/n.r.t. Minimum charge 180 FIM, maximum charge 400 FIM.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Collection can be arranged by tanker trucks.
Contact Oy Silva Shipping AB. Tel: ␣358 (62) 802200. Fax: ␣358 (62)
28064. Telex: 73138 Kasko Sf.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
GENERAL: Port is open throughout Winter.
AUTHORITY: Port of Kaskinen, Sisasatama, FIN-64260 Kaskinen,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (6) 220-7283. FAX: ␣358 (62) 207300.
WWW: www.kaskinen.fi Contact: Timo Onnela, Harbour Master
(Mobile: ␣358 (40) 726-5740. Email: [email protected]).
KEMI, including Ajos: 65.40 N. 24.31 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: Ajos harbour is a municipal port owned and managed by
the city of Kemi. It is located at Ajos, about 10 km. (6 nautical miles)
South of Kemi, Lat. 65␥ 40' N., Long. 24␥ 31' E. The area is shown on
Finnish Charts Number 275 and Number 59.
DOCUMENTS: Documents to be handed over after berthing:
2 Crew Lists.
1 Provision List.
1 Special List (Customs).
Tonnage Certificate.
Cargo Documents.
APPROACHES: The distance from Kemi lighthouse to the harbour is
about 21 nautical miles (39 km.). The minimum width of the channel is
100 m. (328 ft.), and approved depth up to the oil harbour and Berth
No. 1 is 10 m. (32.8 ft.).
The water level varies between ␣1.5 m. and ␤0.75 m. (␣5 ft. and
␤2.5 ft.) depending on winds (water level rises during Southerly and falls
rapidly during Northerly winds). There are no tides in the area.
During normal winters the harbour is frozen from the beginning of
December to the end of May. Over this period the channel fromthe open
sea to the harbour area is kept navigable by state-owned ice-breakers.
The Finnish Board of Navigation determines the restrictions and
requirements for vessels allowed to enter the harbour during this period.
The port has been kept open throughout the year since 1971.
PILOTAGE: Pilot boards from ‘‘Kemi 1’’ Lighthouse or ‘‘Kemi 2’’
Lighthouse. VHF and radio telephone watch maintained.
RESTRICTIONS: Ships can enter and leave Ajos harbour 24 hours a
day.
MAX. SIZE: Sea to Fairway at Ajos: Max. draft 10.0 m. Sea to Fairway
at Veitsiluoto: Max. draft 7.0 m. Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
RADIO: Entering the Harbour: Time passing Kiel/Holtenau/Copenhagen
is to be given via Harnosand Radio, Mariehamn Radio or Stockholm
Radio.
ETA to be given 12 hours before the calculated time of arrival.
Notice is to be given to the Pilot Station, which is situated at the
S.W.-end of Ajos Island via VHF Channels 16/13 two hours before ETA
at the pilot embarking point, which is between Kemi lighthouse and
lighthouse Nukkujanmatala depending on the weather.
The notice is to include the name, call sign and the nationality of the
vessel, n.r.t., the draft and length of the vessel, time of arrival (at the
Pilot’s boarding site) and tugs needed for berthing.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Icebreaker tugs of 3,500 h.p. and 1,300 h.p. Ship’s lines used.
BERTHING:
Quays: Length Depth Permitted Draft
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Oil Quay 90 11.4 10.0
No. 1 420 7.3-11.4 7.6-10.0
No. 2 315 9.3 8.6
No. 3 185 5.8 5.0
No. 4 168 5.8 5.0
2 Ro/Ro Berths — 11.4 and 9.3 10.0 and 8.6
CRANES: Mobile cranes: 2␺6 tons capacity; 6␺5/25 tons capacity.
TANKERS: Max. draft 10.0 m.
Fortum Oil Terminal: Storage capacity: 250,000 cu.m. (oil);
16,000 cu.m. (other chemicals).
Esso: Total storage 40,500 cu.m.
DENSITY: 1001.
FRESH WATER: Available at Quays No. 1 and 2.
FUEL: Available.
AIRPORT: At Lautiosaari, Tel: ␣358 (16) 211-8777.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: 112. First Aid Tel: 112.
TELEPHONES: Lines on the quays at Berths No. 1 and 2 and the Ro-Ro
Berth.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage disposal fee is collected from every
ship.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Waste oil disposal by tanker trucks. 6 hours
advance notification to the ship’s agent is required. Disposal costs are
charged to the ship in accordance with current agreement.
Notice to Masters: Instructions concerning waste disposal.
Kemi Harbour Master informs you hereby that in Kemi harbours, the
Rules and Regulations concerning the protection of the marine
environment of the Baltic Sea Area as stated in the Helsinki Convention
have to be followed by all vessels.
On the strength of this convention, no wastes shall be discharged into
the water while the ship is in the port area. Violation of these rules cannot
be accepted. The port staff will check that the instructions are followed
without exception.
While your vessel is in the port a necessary amount of bags for your
waste disposal will be delivered to the vessel. Your waste is to be stowed
to these bags, and before departure, be moved by your crew to waste
container on the quay in vessel’s vicinity.
In case you want to get rid of oily residues, you are to inform Harbour
staff directly or through your agent of your intention. Kemi City and
Ekokem Oy have an agreement about taking care of oily residues. The
costs hereby will be charged to the vessel in accordance with current
agreement. The same applies to cargo or repair residues which need
special treatment, i.e. oil drums, chemical wastes, etc.
All questions concerning waste disposal service will be answered by
Kemi Harbour Office, Ajos. Tel: ␣358 (16) 215-1600.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Kemi Seaman’s Mission. Tel: 358 (0) 16282074.
Facilities: Canteen, souvenirs, telephone (international and local), T.V.,
radio, magazines, newspapers. Hours: Monday – Friday, 1800 – 2200.
Finnish Seaman’s Service, Ajos Harbour. Hours: 0800 – 1500.
Services: Sightseeing tours, football, volleyball, swimming, transport for
shopping tour.
AUTHORITY: Port of Kemi Authority, Ajoksentie 748, FIN-94900
Kemi, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (162) 151623. FAX: ␣358 (162) 151620.
WWW: www.kemi.fi/kemin_satama Contact: Reijo Viitala, Port Director
(Email: [email protected]).
KOKKOLA (Ykspihlaja): 63.50 N. 23.08 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Customs Lists.
2 Passenger Lists.
Manifest.
Bill of Lading.
PILOTAGE: Pilot boards 2 miles North of Tankar Pilot Station. Pilot on
VHF Channel 16. Distance to port 12 miles.
The vessel’s ETA must be given at least 6 hours in advance of arrival
to Pilot Station.
ANCHORAGES: 1 mile North of the breakwater.
RESTRICTIONS: Winter Navigation: The port is open throughout the
year. Ice class restrictions apply in Winter.
MAX. SIZE: No restrictions except draft 13.0 m.
FINLAND
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VHF: Vaasa Radio VHF Channel 28. Kokkola Harbour Office
Channel 16.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 2 tugs available, 2,460 h.p. and 1,500 h.p. Normally ship’s lines
used.
BERTHING:
Quay Length Max. Draft Height of Quay*
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Deep Quay
Deep 0 180 11.0 2.65
Deep 1 220 13.0 2.65
Deep 11 205 13.0 2.65
Outokumpu 210 9.5 2.65
Kemira 160 9.5 2.50
General Port
Oil 85 9.5
Stone 137 7.1
Shore North 110 7.1 2.44
Shore South 323 9.5 2.44
Ro-Ro 120 6.0
Packhouse 126 4.0
* Height above Mean Baltic Sea Level.
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Storage: Total warehousing at the
Deep Port is 32,000 cu.m., and 38,000 sq.m. at the General Port.
CRANES:
Quay Cranes Capacity Remarks
(No.) (tonnes)
Deep 4 40.0 Multi-purpose,
containers 20/hr.
Outokumpu 1 10.0 Multi-purpose
Shore 2 8.0 Multi-purpose
Kemira 1 8.0 Multi-purpose
Project cargoes can be loaded and discharged with tandem cranes,
max. 60 tonnes – 70 tonnes.
Mobile cranes up to 150 tonnes available from private contractors.
Prior notice required, contact ship’s Agent.
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: Discharging belt for zinc concentrate at
Outokumpu Quay. Loading and discharging facilities for fertilisers at
Shore and Kemira Quays.
Quay Conveyor Remarks
(No.)
Deep 1 Loading capacity 1,000 – 1,500 tonnes/hr.
Deep 1 Discharging capacity 700 tonnes/hr.
Shore 1 Handling alumina
Shore 1 Handling cement
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Discharging lines for
phosphorus, nitric acid and ammonia at Kemira Quay.
STEVEDORES: Normally working Monday-Friday 0700 hrs. – 2400 hrs.
On Saturday 0700 hrs. – 1600 hrs.
Oy M Rauanheimo AB. Tel: ␣358 (6) 8265-100. Fax: ␣358 (6)
8265-320. Email: [email protected]
MEDICAL: Health Centre Kokkola. Tel: ␣358 (6) 8287-350.
The hospital in Kokkola is 6 km. from the port (Tel: ␣358 (6)
8264-500).
TANKERS: Discharging lines for oil at Outokumpu and Oil Quay.
Also see ‘‘Special Cargo Handling Facilities’’.
DENSITY: 1002.
FRESH WATER: Available at berths.
FUEL: Available.
CONSULS: Vice-Consuls: Sweden Tel: ␣358 (6) 8220-098; Norway
Tel: ␣358 (6) 8220-011; Denmark Tel: ␣358 (6) 8310-201.
REPAIRS: Small deck and engine repairs can be carried out.
SURVEYORS: Cargo inspectors and draft surveyor available.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Usually ship’s crew. Ship’s gangway
used.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Usually ship’s crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco: Each man 200 cigarettes per
week. Spirits: Each man a bottle per week.
REPATRIATION: Crew changes and repatriation can be carried out.
AIRPORT: Kokkola Airport, 19 km.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours late March to late
September.
HOLIDAYS: Official holidays of Finland.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: 112 (Non-emergency
Tel: 10022). Ambulance Tel: 112. Fire Tel: 112 (Non-emergency
Tel: 8250-000).
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Drums for garbage are available alongside.
The charges are included in the harbour dues.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: A waste oil service is available by the
company Sailio-Puts, Raukko & Wiitala. Wasa. Tel: ␣358 (6) 3440-210.
The waste oil will be loaded into the tanker trucks.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Finnish Seaman’s Mission, Satamakatu.
Tel: ␣358 (6) 8226-219.
WEATHER: The port is open all year round. Ice class restrictions exist
for 3 – 4 months of the year. During this time, the port is kept open using
state-owned icebreakers.
GENERAL:
Useful Telephone Numbers:
Air Sea Rescue Tel: ␣358 (204) 1000
Customs Tel: ␣358 (6) 822-6166
Tel: ␣358 (6) 865-6500
Weather Tel: 100-3978
Airport (Kronoby) Tel: ␣358 (6) 869-6870
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: November 1999.
Vessel: 41,000 d.w.t. bulk carrier.
Cargo: Timber.
Location: The port is located in position Lat. 63␥ 50' N., Long. 23␥ 01' E.
Charts: B.A. Chart No. 3062.
Approaches: Approach to the port in the Gulf of Bothnia is fairly
straightforward but the anchorage area, which is 1.0 miles North of
Kokkola Lighthouse is affected by Northerly and Westerly winds.
Pilotage: Pilot boards 5 cables N.W. of Kokkola Lighthouse. Thepassage
through the narrow channel to the berth is approximately 12 miles long
and takes approximately 2 hours.
Berthing: There is a deep water berth (Outer Harbour), where the
permissible draft is 11.0 – 13.0 m. Our vessel loaded timber alongside
the South Quay, where the max. permissible draft is 9.5 m. Though
2 tugs are used for berthing, ship has to keg the starboard anchor, so
enabling the controlled movement of the vessel while berthing. This is
owing to shallow patches and underwater rocks in the proximity of the
berth.
Cargo Handling: Normally the stevedores are not available from
1600 hrs. on Saturday until 0800 hrs. on Monday even on an overtime
basis. Stevedores loading the timber also carry out the lashingoperation.
Obviously they are not as professional as a regular rigging gang, and
so this operation requires more alertness on the part of the ship’s crew
with respect to securing of cargo.
Departure: During the vessel’s departure, we were towed stern first for
approximately 1 mile upto the breakwater, where there was just sufficient
room for turning the vessel around with the assistance of the tugs and
vessel’s main engines.
Wind: While the vessel was alongside, there was a strong Northerly
wind. This caused the suspension of berthing and unberthing operations
within the port. This mainly occurs through the night.
Facilities: The South Quay is closest to the Agent’s Office and Seamen’s
Club.
AUTHORITY: Kokkola Harbour Office, Satamakatu 53,
FIN-67900 Kokkola, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (6) 8242-400. FAX: ␣358 (6)
8242-444. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.port.of.kokkola.fi
Contact: Eero Maki, Port Manager. Torbjorn Witting, Marketing and
Operations Manager (Mobile: ␣358 (40) 664753). Hans Biskop,
Harbour Master (Email: [email protected]).
KOTKA: 60.28 N. 26.57 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
Crew List.
Passenger List.
1 Cargo Manifest.
1 Bill of Lading.
Ship’s Register.
Ice Certificate.
Customs Manifest for Stores, for ship and individual.
PILOTAGE: On arrival off Orrengrund, contact Orrengrund Pilot by VHF.
On arrival off Kotka, contact Harbour Pilot Kotka, VHF Channel 11.
Depth in approaches 15.3 m.
Contact: Merenkulkulaitos, P.O.Box 171, FIN-00181 Helsinki. Tel: ␣358
(20) 448-604. Email: [email protected]
ANCHORAGES: Havouri Roads, Kukouri Roads and at the entry to the
harbour. Max. draft 15.3 m.
MAX. SIZE: See ‘‘Berthing’’, ‘‘Container Handling Facilities’’ and
‘‘Tankers’’.
HEALTH: In case of sickness on board, contact the Agents before
entering the port.
VHF: See ‘‘Pilotage’’.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Tugs normally join the vessel in the harbour entrance. Ship’s
lines are to be used. 3 tugs available, 4,000 h.p., 1,650 h.p., and 630 h.p.
BERTHING:
Quay Max. Draft Length Airdraft
(m.) (m.) (m.)
Fortum No. 1 13.5
Fortum No. 2 10.0
Hietanen Terminal 10.0 900
City Terminal 10.0 – 8.5 1,800
Poland Quay 8.5 300 37.0
Sunila Quay 7.3 400
Avena Dry Bulk Terminal 15.3/13.5 590/415
Inner Roads 10.0
Outer Roads 10.0
Halla Quay 6.4 250
Power Plant (Mussalo)
Coal Quay 8.5 200
Oil Quay 13.5
Kotka Container Terminal (KCT) 10.0 1,300
Scrap Terminal 500
Hazardous Cargoes: Vessels carrying hazardous cargoes, whilst
manoeuvring/berthing in the port, shall have all associated cargo valves
and hatches/tank lids battened down/closed until berthed alongside.
Mooring: Only rope or wire-rope combinations permitted when mooring
a vessel carrying flammable liquids.
Vessel’s Ability to Manoeuvre: Whilst in the port, a vessel’s main engine
shall remain available for manoeuvring at short notice throughout the
vessel’s stay.
Fire Wires: Whilst berthed in the port, vessels shall have fire wires fore
and aft. They shall have towing length of at least 40 m. and be kept clear
of the water at all times.
CRANES: 26 shore cranes with capacity of 3-60 tons.
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: The following terminals are located in
Mussalo Harbour.
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Avena Grain Terminal: The Terminal has a handling capacity of
6,000 tonnes per 16 hour day and a total storage capacity of
60,000 tonnes. The Terminal has railway sidings.
Operator: Avena Nordic Grain Ltd., Kansakoulukatu IB,
FIN-00100 Helsinki, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (9) 34-8844. Fax: ␣358 (9)
3488-4500. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.avena.fi
Dry Bulk Terminal: The Terminal is located next to Avena Nordic Grain,
and has 4 dry stores with a capacity totalling 200,000 tonnes. Cargoes
handled are dry bulk and grain.
Operator: Steveco Oy, Kotka. Tel: ␣358 (5) 232-3301. Fax: ␣358 (5)
232-3205. WWW: www.steveco.fi
CONTAINER HANDLING FACILITIES:
Kotka Container Terminal (KCT): The Terminal is located in Mussalo
Harbour, and has 1,300 m. of container quay and handles ships up to
2,000 TEU with depth alongside 11.7 m., max. draft of 10.0 m., and was
completed during Phase 1 of the port development plan in 2000. The
Terminal is equipped with 3␺40 tonne Konne container gantry cranes
(one capable of reaching across 12 containers), reach stackers,
11 straddle carriers and has a capacity of 13,000 TEU, capable of
handling 300,000 TEU per year.
Kotka Free Zone Ltd. is located within the container terminal and has
a 3,000 sq.m. cold-store.
The Terminal works throughout 24 hours, 7 days a week.
To avoid ice forming next to the quays in Winter, there is a water
agitation system in place so avoiding damage to vessels while berthing.
Operator: Kotka Container Terminal. Tel: ␣358 (5) 234-4282. Fax: ␣358
(5) 218-1375. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.kotkact.com
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES:
Hietanen Terminal: The Terminal has 4 Ro-Ro berths and is dedicated
to handling Ro-Ro vessels. There is 600 m. of quay between the Ro-Ro
berths, providing 2 berths for conventional vessels. There are 2 gantry
cranes available (capacity 1␺50 tonnes and 1␺32 tonnes – 5 tonnes
(34 m. capable of handling multi-purpose cargoes)).
Cargoes handled: General cargo, cars and forest products.
Ro-Ro: There are 2 berths located in Mussalo Harbour and 5 berths
located at the City Terminal.
Also see ‘‘Hietanen Terminal’’ above.
Unitised Cargoes subject to the IMDG Code: At least one week’s notice
should be given prior to transporting the following classified products:
Explosives.
Organic peroxides (Quantity more than 10 tons).
Radio active cargo.
Enquiries should be addressed by Fax: ␣358 (5) 218-1375 or
Email: [email protected]
Scrap: Stainless steel scrap is handled in Mussalo Harbour at a new
500 m. berth on the S.W. side of KCT Quay.
STEVEDORES: Steveco Oy. Tel: ␣358 (5) 232-3301. Fax: ␣358 (5)
232-3205. WWW: www.steveco.fi
Eurolashing Oy. Tel: ␣358 (5) 225-0341. Fax: ␣358 (5) 225-0342.
Email: [email protected]
MEDICAL: Master to advise by Radio Kotka on arrival if medical
attendance required aboard.
TANKERS: Pre-Arrival Information: Vessels arriving at the port for
loading/unloading carrying bulk chemicals or oil products shall submit to
the port’s Authorities an Advance Notice covering the chemical/oil
products to be loaded/unloaded/transhipped, including the technical
names and total quantity/quantities on board.
The Advance Notice should be submitted to the Port Authority at least
24 hours prior to vessel’s Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA).
Safety Zones: While berthed at the oil/chemical terminal, during
loading/unloading operations, including tank cleaning, etc., a safety zone
extending 30 m. from the operational vessel will be enforced.
The use of non-intrinsically safe electrical equipment and entry of
motor vehicles within this area is prohibited.
Pre-Loading/Discharging Check List: Prior to commencement of
discharging/loading operations, the Ship/Shore Safety Check List shall
be completed by the vessel’s Master and Shore Operations Supervisor.
Tank Cleaning Operations: Prior to commencing operations, the vessel
is required to obtain a permit from the Port Authority.
Ship-to-Ship Transfers: Mooring operations shall be supervised by the
Port Authority.
Prior to conducting such operations, permission must first be obtained
from the Port Authority.
Spillages: In the case of spillages, the Emergency Control Centre is to
be immediately notified, and all cargo handling operations to be shut
down and manifold valves, if open, to be closed.
Mussalo Harbour: The following Terminals share berthing facilities at
Fortum No. 1 and No. 2:
Neftefinn Terminal: Tank capacity 40,500 cu.m. in 9 tanks. The Terminal
has 5 pipelines located at the 2 berths (2 stainless and 3 mild steel). The
Terminal handles fuel oil, diesel and gasoline.
Operators: Neftefinn Oy, P.O.Box 171, FIN-48101 Kotka. Tel: ␣358 (5)
260-2400. Fax: ␣358 (5) 260-4622.
Mussalon Syvasatama, P.O.Box 171, FIN-48101 Kotka. Tel: ␣358(5)
260-4600. Fax: ␣358 (5) 260-4622.
Shell Terminal: The Terminal handles fuel oil, diesel and gasoline.
Operator: Oy Shell AB, Oljysatama, FIN-48100 Kotka. Tel: ␣358 (204)
431, ␣358 222-99. Fax: ␣358 (204) 433-231.
Sonmarin Terminal: Tank capacity 40,710 cu.m. in 25 tanks. The
Terminal handles chemicals and white oils.
Operator: Oiltanking Sonmarin Oy, Suolakivenkatu 1, P.O.Box 136,
FIN-00810 Helsinki. Tel: ␣358 (9) 759-5242. Fax: ␣358 (9) 755-7927.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.oiltanking.com
Contact: Timo Immonen, Marketing Manager.
Vopak Terminal: Tank capacity 124,000 cu.m. in 34 tanks (12 stainless
steel). Terminal handles products and chemicals.
Operator: Vopak Chemicals Logistics Finland Oy, Aleksanterinkatu 15B,
00100 Helsinki. Tel: ␣358 (9) 612-9100. Fax: ␣358 (9) 6129-1099.
WWW: www.vopak.com Contact: Heikki Auvinen, Commercial
Operations (Tel: ␣358 (9) 6129-1010. Mobile: ␣358 506-2382).
BALLAST: The vessel’s Master is responsible for all operations relating
to vessel’s ballast water.
Only clean ballast water may be discharged into the dock. To
discharge dirty ballast water, the Port Authority will organise reception
facilities, but shall required 24 hours notification prior to the vessel’s
commencement of deballasting operations.
POLLUTION: See ‘‘Tankers’’.
DENSITY: 1003.
FRESH WATER: All berths are equipped with water pipelines, but in
Sunila port only supplied by tugs.
FUEL: All grades of fuel available. Contact the Port Authority at least
24 hours prior to requirement. Tel: ␣358 (5) 234-4285.
Also see ‘‘Tankers – Spillages’’.
CONSULS:
Belgium Tel.
Denmark Tel.
Germany Tel.
Iceland Tel.
195920
2283300
190111
604447
Netherlands Tel.
Norway Tel.
Sweden Tel.
Great Britain Tel.
74951
2295270
190111
2274281
REPAIRS: All types of repairs can be carried out.
DRY DOCKS: Kotkan Telakka Oy: 3 floating docks. Docking dimensions
for vessels:
Length 165 m., beam 28 m., draft 7.8 m./12,000 tons.
Length 127.2 m., beam 20.1 m., draft 6.8 m./5,000 tons.
Length 96 m., beam 16.5 m., draft 4.5 m./2,500 tons.
SURVEYORS: The following companies specialise in cargo surveying:
SGS: Bulk liquids. Tel: ␣358 (5) 345-3355, 210-6100. Fax: ␣358 (5)
345-3366, 218-6169.
Saybolt: Bulk liquids. Tel: ␣358 (5) 731-1311, 260-4638. Fax: ␣358
(5) 731-1350, 260-4663. WWW: www.saybolt.fi
Trans Quartet Oy: Dry bulk and general cargoes. Tel: ␣358 (5)
260-6646. Fax: ␣358 (5) 260-6647.
Transitocontrol Oy Ltd.: Bulk liquids and railway wagon loads.
Tel: ␣358 (5) 218-1220. Fax: ␣358 (5) 218-4260.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally by the crew.
CERTIFICATES: List of Certificates to be on board:
Passenger Ship Safety Certificate.
Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate.
Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate.
Cargo Ship Safety Radio-telephony Certificate.
Cargo Ship Safety Radio-telegraphy Certificate.
Exemption Certificate.
Nuclear Passenger Ship Safety Certificate.
Nuclear Cargo Ship Safety Certificate.
Derat Certificate.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: For passengers: Tobacco: 200 cigarettes
or 0.2 lb. of other manufactured tobacco. Wine and Spirits: 1 litre.
REPATRIATION: Facilities exist.
AIRPORT: Nearest Helsinki-Vantaa, 140 km.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day (January 1st); Epiphany (January 6th);
Movable Holidays; Easter Holiday, 4 days (Sunday included); Ascension
Day, 1 day; Whitsunday, 2 days (Sunday included); Midsummer Day,
3 days (Sunday included); All Saints’ Day, 1 day (first Saturday of
November); Christmas Holidays (December 24th-26th). Other free days:
May 1st; December 6th (Independence Day). Cargo work can be done
on all above holidays.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance 112; Fire 112.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: In case of an accident,
immediately contact the Emergency Control Centre on Tel: 112 and
VHF Channel 16.
Also contact Mussalo Control Room. Tel: ␣358 (5) 260-5081.
TELEPHONES: On some berths telephones placed on board.
SERVICES: Compass adjusting service available.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: There are orange coloured garbage containers
on the quays which can be used by paying a special Garbage Disposal
Fee. More information is available from ship’s agent.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Bilge water collection is handled by Ekokem
Oy, orders through the ship’s agent. Oily ballast water is received in Oil
Port. See ‘‘Tankers’’.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Seamen’s Club, Kirkkokafu 18A, 48100 Kotka.
Tel: ␣358 (52) 213093. Hours: 0800 hrs. – 2400 hrs. Facilities: Sauna,
swimming pool, poolroom, table tennis, gym, T.V. room, snacks,
magazines, newspapers.
NOTICES: Port Authority Notice to Masters.
Instructions Concerning Waste Disposal:
The Port Authority of Kotka informs you hereby that in the Port of
Kotka the rules and regulations concerning the protection of the marine
environment of the Baltic Sea Area as stated in the Helsinki Convention
have to be followed by all ships.
On the strength of this convention no waste shall be discharged into
the water while the ship is in the port area. Breaking of these rules cannot
be accepted. The Port Authority will check that the instructions are
observed without exception.
While your ship is in the port an amount of sacks for waste disposal
will be delivered to the ship. The waste emanating from your ship shall
be put into these sacks and before the departure of your ship the sacks
shall be delivered by your crew to the waste container in the vicinity of
the berth of your ship.
In case you want to get rid of oily residues please inform the Harbour
Master either through your Agent or directly. For the reception of these
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wastes the Port Authority does not charge you separately as the cost
of this service is included in the general waste disposal fee.
In case your ship is a tanker loading oil products and you wish to
dispose of oily water such as tank washing water or ballast water it has
to be agreed separately with the Port Authority.
All questions in connection with the waste disposal service will be
answered by the Harbour Master (Tel: 2274283).
Signed: Port Director.
GENERAL: It is prohibited to let or throw any substance or refuse
causing pollution or shoaling in the harbour area.
DEVELOPMENTS: Further developments are under review in Mussalo.
Puistola Oil Harbour has been closed and is now awaiting
redevelopment.
AUTHORITY: Port Authority of Kotka, Laivurinkatu 7, FIN-48100
Kotka 10, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (5) 234-4280. Telex: 53144 Portk Sf.
FAX: ␣358 (52) 181375. Cables: Port Authority of Kotka.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.kotka.fi/port Contact: Lassi
Arminen, Port Director (Tel: ␣358 (5) 234-4281. Fax: ␣358 (5)
218-1375. Email: [email protected]).
KOVERHAR: 59.52 N. 23.13 E.
DOCUMENTS: Ship’s Register, Crew List, Manifests, Bills of Lading,
Provisions List, Health Certificate.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory. There are 2 approaches: (1) Via Ajax,
max. draft in fairway 33 ft. Pilot arrives from Pilot Station at Hanko.
Distance to port 19 miles.
(2) Via Hanko, max. draft in fairway is 28 ft. Pilot arrives from Pilot
Station at Hanko, Tulludden (Tel. Hanko 82246, radio-telephone, VHF).
Station has radar.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft alongside quay 30 ft. Max. LOA 200 m.
Max. breadth 30 m. No tide.
RADIO: Cable Agents giving ETA.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Available, 1,800 h.p. – 3,000 h.p.
BERTHING: Length 250 m., depth 30 ft. Quay 6 ft. above sea level.
New berth, length 120 m., depth 30 ft. Quay 6 ft. above sea level.
CRANES: Two of 13 tons and one of 12.5 tons capacity.
STEVEDORES: Ordered by Agent.
FRESH WATER: Available rate 10 cu.m./hr.
REPAIRS: Small repairs possible.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: By crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes and 1 bottle of spirits per
man.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance 112; Fire 112.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
REGULATIONS: Port Regulations: Ships must be correctly moored and
kept close to the quay at all times. There must always be a
mooring/safety watchkeeper on board.
Ship must provide a gangway equipped with a good safety net. Ship’s
crew are responsible for positioning the gangway.
Gangway must be held clear of the cranes and rails.
During darkness, the gangway, holds and accesses to the holds must
be sufficiently illuminated. If not so, any resulting delay will be noted in
the statement of facts.
During discharging or loading operations, the hatch covers must be
opened completely and secured effectively.
Hold ladders to be in a safe and good condition.
If during discharging or loading operations any damage occurs to the
ship, stevedore’s foreman has to be informed immediately.
Whenever during loading or discharging operations work is carried out
by stevedores and ship’s personnel in the same area at the same time,
every precaution must be taken by both parties.
At Chief Officer’s request, the Shift Foreman on duty will be on board
to ascertain the approximate quantity of cargo discharged or loaded.
During the stay in port, it is strictly forbidden to throw any litter or fuel
oil overboard.
Any spillage, however small, must be reported immediately to the
Harbour Office and/or Shift Foreman.
Safety: As ships are moored in a hazardous area, Master, crew and
visitors assume all risks of any injury to their own person or property,
which may occur while entering the Koverhar harbour area.
It is forbidden to enter the ‘crane working area’ during loading/
discharging operations. If there is any urgent reason to enter or pass
this area, the stevedore’s foreman has to be informed to get permission.
AUTHORITY: Fundia Wire Oy AB., Koverhar, SF-10820 Lappvik.
Tel: 019-2211. Telex: 13152 Kovsh Sf. Cables: Koverhar Ekenas.
FAX: 019-2443121. Contact: Kaj Sjosten, Harbour Master.
KRISTINESTAD: 62.16 N. 21.23 E.
DOCUMENTS:
Ship’s Measurement Certificate
2 Crew Lists
Cargo Manifest
Copy Bill of Lading
2 Provision Lists and Tobacco Lists for Customs
Ice Certificate.
PILOTAGE: Pilot boards at Hojerstein Light Buoy. At least 2 hours ETA
required. Pilot boat has red painted hull, white marking ‘‘L’’ on bow, and
deck house yellow. Pilot station situated South of Kasko (see Kasko
Pilot), International pilot call signals to be used, also radio telephone
2182 and VHF Channel 16.
ANCHORAGES: Good safe holding ground off Adgrund. Depth 10 m.
MAX. SIZE: For general cargo and timber, 20 ft. draft in old port. For
tankers, 33 ft. in the oil port. Depth at new coal harbour 40 ft. (12.0 m.).
See also ‘‘Tankers’’.
VHF: Kristinestad on Channel 24.
Also see ‘‘Pilotage’’.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 1 tug available 240 h.p. Additional powerful tugs available with
sufficient notice.
BERTHING: No special requirements. Pilot gives orders for berthing.
Inner Wooden Quay. Length 75 m., depth alongside 15 ft.
Outer Stone Quay. Length 250 m., depth alongside 20 ft.
There are 3 mobile cranes of 10 tons capacity.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Bulk cargoes can be
discharged at quay, 4 portable cranes available. There is 1 ramp for
Ro/Ro ships in oil harbour at Bjorno.
New coal harbour at Bjorno Power Station, depth alongside 12 m.
Berth is equipped with 1 conveyor for handling self-discharging vessels.
STEVEDORES: Advise ETA and gangs required as stipulated in
charter-party. Also when laytime will commence to count. Only timber
cargoes loaded.
Normal working hours 0700 – 1600 hrs. all weekdays.
MEDICAL: Hospital facilities available.
TANKERS: Oil harbour at Pohjolan Voima Oy, power station at Bjorno.
Depth 33 ft. (10 m.) alongside the oil pier. One berth for tankers.
Discharge capacity with 2␺10 in. pipelines 2,500 t.p.h. Fresh water
supply to tankers available from shore installation rate 30 t.p.h.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water supply by shore installation. Any amount
available.
FUEL: Fuel available by tank cars of about 20 tons capacity at short
notice.
CONSULS: Danish, Tel: 962-12350.
REPAIRS: No shipyards, but welding pipeline electric repairs possible.
SURVEYORS: Surveyors and Cargo Inspectors available.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not compulsory at Timber Pier.
Compulsory in oil harbour, according to rules of Board of Navigation.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew, but on
request may be handled by stevedores.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes per 6 days, per man.
Wine/Spirit allowance: 1 bottle per man.
CARGO GEAR: BOT Certificates. No additional requirements.
AIRPORT: Nearest airports in Vaasa and Pori within 100 km., several
flights per day.
TIME: Local time GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Station of Kristinestad 12055 or
002; Ambulance 11626; Fire Brigade 005.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: Kummalgrund Coast
Guard Station: Tel: 962-29142 (Kristinestad) or VHF Channel 16.
TELEPHONES: Public telephones on the pier.
STORING: Vessels may be stored by truck which may proceed
alongside. No special Customs regulations in force. Riggers and forklift
trucks available.
SHORE LEAVE: Allowed.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Containers provided on quay. Contact agent
for information.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Ekokem Oy. Tel: 914-7151. Telex: 15305.
Fax: 914-715300.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Available. Facilities: Shop, international telephone
service, church services, football matches and postal facilities.
GENERAL: Timber pier in Port of Kristinestad closed from the end of
December to the middle of April owing to ice. Oil port will be kept open
according to the general ice situation of Gulf of Bothnia.
AUTHORITY: Kristinestad Harbour Office, 64100 Kristinestad,
Finland.
Tel: ␣358 (962) 221-6291. FAX: ␣358 (962) 221-2275.
Contact: Sakari Laipio, Harbour Master.
LOVISA (Valkom): 60.25 N. 26.16 E. (See Plan)
APPROACHES: Depth in fairway (Orrengrund – Valko) – 8.5 m.
The marked channel has a depth of 8.5 m.
PILOTAGE: Pilot arrives from Pilot Station at Orrengrund (Tel. ␣358
(204) 485604, radio telephone). Station equipped with radar. Distance
to port 12 miles.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 1 tug available, 1,250 h.p., between December and April.
BERTHING: Coal Quay: Length 141 m., depth 8.5 m.
Middle Quay: Length 280 m., depth 7.30 m.
Connection Quay: Length 115 m., depth 7.30 m.
Roll-on/Roll-off Berth: Length 20 m., depth 7.30 m.
South Pier (East Side): Length 130 m., depth 8.50 m.
Inner Harbour: Length 80 m., depth 4.20 m.
CRANES: 6 mobile cranes, lifting capacity 6 – 36 tons. 2 shore cranes,
lifting capacity 6 tons. 1 shore crane lifting capacity 6 tons to 28.5 tons.
DENSITY: 1003.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage may be left any time in skips provided
alongside. Garbage disposal charges (April 2002): 0.04 €/n.r.t. Minimum
charge 27 €/vessel, maximum charge 95 €/vessel.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Collection service available. Contact:
Ekokem Oy AB. Tel: ␣358 (19) 7151. Fax: ␣358 (19) 715305.
Telex: 15305 SUOJE SF. Oily waste disposal charges (April 2002):
0.08 €/n.r.t. Minimum charge 150 €/vessel.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: November 1999.
Vessel: 41,000 d.w.t. bulk carrier.
Cargo: Timber.
Location: The port is located in position Lat. 60␥ 25' N., Long. 26␥ 16' E.
Charts: B.A. Chart No. 1083.
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Approaches: Approach to the port is well defined on the chart, and the
shoal patches on the chart are well marked by the cardinal buoys.
Vessel should be at manoeuvring speed prior to reaching the Tainio
Beacon as there are invariably shipping movements in the narrow
passage (3 miles long) to the pilot boarding ground. Extreme caution is
to be exercised due to the drift caused by strong winds in this narrow
passage.
Pilotage: Pilot stays on board for the 13 mile passage to the berth,
including a 1 mile long buoyed channel, which was just wide enough for
our vessel with 30.0 m. beam and limiting draft of 8.5 m.
Pilot station is also providing Pilots to the port of Kotka.
Loading: Vessel loaded packaged sawn timber and found the stevedores
and rigging gang very professional and systematic. Saturdays may be
worked on overtime after 1600 hrs., but work on Sundays is avoided.
Certification: Vessel should have Certificate of Ice Class. Certificate
issued by Finish Maritime Administration, even for Non-Ice Class vessels
as same required for Customs clearance. Same may be arranged
through Agent (if not onboard already).
Port State Control inspector comes to the vessel from Kotka and as
usual is quite professional in his approach.
Storing: Shipchandlers from Kotka visit the vessel. Provisions, though a
bit expensive compared to the rest of the Continent, may be purchased.
Telephones: Everyone seems to be using cellular telephones, but there
are still public telephones available with the use of telephone cards.
Repatriation: Repatriation of crew members can be arranged through
Helsinki, approximately 90 km. from Valko.
AUTHORITY: Lovisa Port, FIN-07910 Valkom, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (19)
555731. FAX: ␣358 (19) 515055. Contact: Lauri Heikkila, Port
Director (Email: [email protected]).
MARIEHAMN: 60.06 N. 19.56 E. (See Plan)
PORT LIMITS: The Southern boundary of the port is on a line between
Lat. 60␥ 03.5' N., Long. 19␥ 56.1' E. and Lat. 60␥ 04.2' N.,
Long. 19␥ 55' E.
DOCUMENTS:
1 Crew List
1 Passenger List
3 Provision Lists
2 Special Lists (in possession each crew member – cigarettes,
tobacco, spirit, radios, etc.)
2 Bills of Lading
Registered Tonnage Certificate.
PILOTAGE: Pilot arrives from station at Hamngatan 4, in Westerhamn
harbour, and meets entering vessels about 2 nautical miles S.W. of
Marhallan lighthouse. 24 hours and 6 hours notice of ETA is required.
Pilot station and cutter are fitted with VHF radio and keep watch on
Channel 16, 24 hours a day. Working Channel is 13. Pilot can also be
ordered by cable via Mariehamn Radio.
ANCHORAGES: Good anchorages North of Grano Island in 10 m. to
20 m. water.
MAX. SIZE: Ships of 220 m. length and 8.2 m. draft can enter the port,
but require twin screw and bow thruster for safe manoeuvring.
VHF: Following stations keep watch on VHF Channel 16: Mariehamn
Radio (working 7 and 25), Mariehamns Pilot, Mariehamns Hamn
(Harbour Office – working 12), Sjobevakningen Mariehamn (working10).
(The Coast Guard at Mariehamn.)
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 1 tug of 320 h.p. available. The m/s Gustaf Erikson belongs to
the Alands Lifeboat Society. Usually ships’ lines are used.
BERTHING: Quays for Passenger Vessels:
Berth Length Depth Remarks
No. (m.) (m.)
1 100 7.6
2 150 7.6
3 190 7.7 Ro/Ro
4 120 7.8 Ro/Ro
5 140 7.7 Ro/Ro
Power Station Pier: Depth 5.0 m.
CRANES: 7 mobile cranes can be rented. Maximum lift, 2 cranes of
25 tons and 5 of 16 tons on the shortest radius.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: 3 berths for Roll-on/
Roll-off traffic, used by car ferries.
STEVEDORES: Ordered by Agents. ETA in good time to obtain gangs.
MEDICAL: All services available.
TANKERS: Max. LOA 100 m. Depth alongside 6.0 m.
DENSITY: 1005.
FRESH WATER: Most berths supplied by shore installations about
15 t.p.h., otherwise by truck.
FUEL: Only diesel oil, no heavy products.
CONSULS: Denmark 11 454, France 13 931, Germany 16 270, Iceland
21 849, Netherlands 12 070, Norway 12 050, Russia 11 524, Sweden
11 624.
REPAIRS: Most repairs possible.
DRY DOCKS: Slipway for small vessels, max. about 300 d.w.t. –
400 d.w.t.
SURVEYORS: No permanent surveyors at Mariehamn.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available but not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally done by crew.
CERTIFICATES: International Tonnage Certificate or National Tonnage
Certificate.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes and limited amount spirits
for each crew member.
REPATRIATION: Mariehamn is a good place for repatriation, with many
connections to Sweden and to the Finnish mainland every day, with
car-ferries and aeroplanes. About 1 million tourists visit Aland Island
every year.
AIRPORT: About 5 km. from town, daily traffic to Stockholm and
Abo/Turku.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. Summertime GMT plus 3 hours.
HOLIDAYS: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: 112 or 15 444; Ambulanceand
Fire Tel: 112.
TELEPHONES: Available at berths for passenger ships.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed for Scandinavian citizens.
Passports for all others.
AUTHORITY: Port of Mariehamn, Harbour Office, Box 5, 22101
Mariehamn, Finland. Tel: ␣358-18-531470. FAX: ␣358-18-531479.
WWW: www.mariehamn.aland.fi
Email: [email protected] Contact: Jan Sundstrom,
Port Director.
MERIKARVIA: 61.51 N. 21.30 E.
LOCATION: The port is located on the West coast in the Gulf of Bothnia,
approximately 39 nautical miles South of Kristinestad.
General Description: The port specialises in timber products, but also
handles dry bulk.
RESTRICTIONS: The port is only open for 9 months of the year.
MAX. SIZE: Max. draft 4.5 m.
Largest Vessel: LOA 114 m. and beam 20.0 m.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
BERTHING: The port has one quay handling commercial vessels. The
quay is concrete with 2 parallel fenders running the length of the quay.
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: The quay has a paved surface.
Cargo Handling Equipment: Equipment is provided by the sawmill and
mobile cranes by either private contractor or the stevedores.
Also see ‘‘Stevedores’’.
Loading Rates: 2,500 cu.m. – 4,000 cu.m./day.
Storage: Covered storage 10,000 sq.m. and open storage 12,000 sq.m.
Operator: Finnforest. Tel: ␣358 (10) 467-4699, 4648. Fax: ␣358 (10)
467-4690. Mobile: ␣358 (50) 598-8757.
Email: [email protected]: www.finnforest.com
CRANES: 30 tonne – 120 tonne mobile cranes available.
STEVEDORES: Oy Silva Shipping AB. Tel: ␣358 (6) 222-7651.
Fax: ␣358 (6) 222-8064. Telex: 73138 KASKO FI.
Also see ‘‘Cargo Handling Facilities’’.
AUTHORITY: Port of Merikarvia, Merikarvia Municipality, FIN-29900
Merikarvia, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (2) 540-333. FAX: ␣358 (2) 551-2074.
Contact: Jorma Huuhtanen, Harbour Master (Tel: ␣358 (2) 540-3302.
Mobile: ␣358 (400) 864-219. Email: [email protected]).
NAANTALI: 60.28 N. 22.01 E. (See Plan)
PORT LIMITS: Port limits extend to the first green buoy, Buoy
No. NK9 (5612).
DOCUMENTS:
Crew List.
Passenger List.
Ship’s Stores Declaration.
Crew’s Effects Declaration.
International Tonnage Certificate.
PILOTAGE: Pilot compulsory. When approaching the pilotage area, call
Turku Pilot, Mariehamn Pilot or Isokari Pilot on VHF Channel 13.
Procedure: When ordering a Pilot, vessels must provide the following
information in the report format as specified:
Information required:
(A) Ship’s name, call sign and flag.
(B) Time (date and time). A 6 digit group giving day of month (first
2 digits), hours and minutes (last 4 digits). If other than UTC
(GMT), state time zone used.
(G) Port of departure. Name of last port of call.
(I) Destination and ETA. Name of port and date time group
expressed as in (B).
(O) Draft. Maximum present static draft. 4 digit group giving metres
and centimetres.
(P) Cargo and brief details of any dangerous cargoes, harmful
substances and gases that could endanger persons or the
environment.
(Q) Brief details of defects, damage, deficiencies or other limitations.
Pilot station is located at the Archipelago VTS, Marine Traffic Centre,
Parnainen (Lat. 60␥ 09' N., Long. 21␥ 42' E.). Tel: ␣358 (204) 486500.
Fax: ␣358 (204) 486533.
Distance Uto-Lohm – Naantali, 53 miles, depth 10.0 m.
Uto-Houtskar-Naantali, 62 miles, depth 13.0 m.
ANCHORAGES: Good safe anchorage in harbour area. Max. draft for
vessels 10 m. Anchorage for vessels with draft 13.0 m. at Airisto.
HEALTH: International Quarantine flag required in case of suspected
disease or fever including preliminary report by VHF, otherwise ask
Agent.
VHF:
Port calling and working: Channel 11
Archipelago VTS: Channel 71
Pilots: Channel 13
Radio Stations: Turku – Channel 2; Mariehamn – Channels 23 and
26; Uto – Channel 24 and Hanko – Channels 3, 25 and 26.
VTS: Call Archipelago VTS on VHF Channel 71, 2 hours prior to entering
the controlled area. Operational throughout 24 hours.
Information required:
(A) Ship’s name, call sign and Flag.
(B) Time (date and time). A 6 digit group giving day of month (first
2 digits), hours and minutes (last 4 digits). If other than UTC
(GMT), state time zone used.
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(C) Position. A 6 digit group giving Latitude in degrees suffixed with
N (North) and a 5 digit group giving Longitude in degrees and
minutes suffixed with E (East).
(D) Position. True bearing (first 3 digits) and distance (state distance)
in nautical miles from a clearly identified landmark (state
landmark).
(E) True course as a 3 digit group.
(F) Speed in knots and tenths of knots given as a 3 digit group.
(G) Port of departure. Name of last port of call.
(I) Destination and ETA. Name of port and date time group
expressed as in (B).
(L) Route information (intended track).
(O) Draft. Maximum present static draft. 4 digit group giving metres
and centimetres.
(P) Cargo and brief details of any dangerous cargoes, harmful
substances and gases that could endanger persons or the
environment.
(Q) Brief details of defects, damage, deficiencies or other limitations.
(U) Ship size and type.
Archipelago VTS can be contacted via Tel: ␣358 (204) 486521.
Fax: ␣358 (204) 486533. Full information available for download in PDF
format from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
RADAR: When Radar Service needed, contact Agent.
TUGS: Harbour icebreaker tug available. Use ship’s lines. Additional
tugs on application from Turku.
BERTHING: No special requirements. Harbour/Drafts: No tide. Main
quay, length 370 m., draft 13 m. Timber quay, length 110 m., draft 8.0 m.
2 car-ferry piers, length 85 m./172 m., drafts 8.4 m./7.2 m. Lubricating
Oil pier, length 90 m., draft 6.0 m. Sugar quay, length 32 m., draft 4.5 m.
Luonnonmaa Harbour, length 123 m./50 m., draft 7.5 m.
CRANES: 2 cranes owned by electric powerplant of 6 tons each.
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: Grain handled by two pneumatic elevators
and belt conveyor, Loading/Discharging 500 t.p.h., maximum reach for
outlet/inlet 15 m. and 18.7 m., maximum height above quay level 9.0 m.
and 16.0 m. when loading, discharging limits are 11.6 m. and 18.6 m.,
200 m. of main quay intended to be for handling of grain, 170 m. for
coal, which is handled by 2 cranes of 6 tons each and belt conveyor,
discharging rate about 2,000 t.p.h.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Ro-Ro traffic
possibility.
STEVEDORES: Available, ordered by Agent.
MEDICAL: Advise by radio prior arrival if medical attendance required
aboard.
TANKERS: Oil Harbour, Fortum Oil and Gas Oy. Discharge lines ashore
10 in., 12 in., 18 in., Diameter of cargo hoses and respective depth of
tanker berths:
Berth No. 1, 6 in., 7.0 m.
Berth No. 2, 10 in., 10.0 m.
Berth No. 3, 8 in., 10 in., 12 in., 13.0 m. Max. size 90,000 d.w.t.
(110,000 d.w.t. in 2004/2005).
Contact: Captain Juha Collin, Harbour Manager – Vetting (Tel: ␣358
(10) 452-6486. Mobile: ␣358 (50) 452-6486. Fax: ␣358 (10) 452-6497.
Email: [email protected]
DENSITY: 1007.
FRESH WATER: Supplied by shore installations at most berths.
FUEL: All grades available.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS: Usual precautions.
CONSULS: In Turku 17 km. away.
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras,
Iceland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden and U.K..
REPAIRS: Small repairs can be carried out, ask Agent.
DRY DOCKS: Naantali shipyard owned by Turun Korjaustelakka Oy,
Tel: (0) 2-638711, main dimension of dry dock 220 m. ␺70 m., outfitting
dock 180 m. ␺ 125 m., sill depth 8.2 m. Floating dock 100 m. ␺ 30 m.,
capable of lifting 3,000 tons.
SURVEYORS: Contact Agent.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available. Tankers compulsory.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes/200 gm. tobacco and
1 bottle spirits/wine.
REPATRIATION: Good connections.
AIRPORT: 20 km. distant. Regular service.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day, Epiphany, Good Friday, Easter Monday,
Labour Day, Whit Monday, Midsummer, All Saints’ Day, Independence
Day, (6th December), Christmas.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022. Ambulanc/Fire 112.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: Emergency Co-Ordinating
Centre MRCC Turku. Tel: ␣358 (204) 1000. Fax: ␣358 (250) 0950.
MMSI: 002301000. Inmarsat-C: (521) 423002211.
TELEPHONES: A telephone connection available at Main Quay and
Quay No. 22.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions for crew members.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL:
INSTRUCTIONS FORVESSELSGARBAGEDISPOSAL ATTHEPORT
OF NAANTALI:
Vessel garbage disposal is governed by regulations such as those
laid down in Convention 2/2000 on Protecting the Maritime Environment
in the Baltic Area.
General Regulations: Vessels using the garbage disposal facilities of the
Port of Naantali will be charged a normal garbage disposal fare.
Vessels exempted from the garbage disposal fare shall dispose of all
of their garbage, using their own facilities, not those of the Port of
Naantali.
Vessel garbage must not be stored in garbage containers other than
those indicated for such use in the area of the port.
Vessel garbage containers carry the ‘‘Jaete-Avfall-Garbage’’ label.
Any vessel violating these regulations/instructions will be charged the
costs arising from such violation.
Port garbage disposal facilities are not available to vessels in the
roadstead.
Garbage Disposal Instructions: Vessels receive empty garbage sacks.
Extra sacks can be obtained from the Transport Department of the Port
of Naantali Authority. Tel: ␣358 (2) 437-5515 or 533-4364.
Garbage sacks must not be thrown overboard. They must be dumped
in the garbage containers standing on the quay.
Solid garbage which cannot be carried in sacks must be dumped in
garbage containers.
1. Special Garbage: Special garbage comprises raw mammal and
bird meat, residues of this meat, plastic and wrapping material
used in meat packages, bones, raw deep-freeze meat and
potentially epidemic materials carried by vessels arriving from an
overseas destination.
Yellow sacks for special garbage will be available on the quay
upon the arrival of the vessel. Normal dry garbage should be kept
separate from special garbage.
The vessel personnel shall dump the filled and properly closed
yellowsacks in the special yellowgarbage containers on thequay.
2. Dry and Solid Garbage:Dry and solid garbage mainly comprises
other household and community garbage produced on the vessel.
The garbage must be placed at the sorting points marked on
the map.
Glassware, paper and metal must be placed in separate sacks,
to be delivered to corresponding containers at the sorting point.
3. Oil Compounds: Oil compounds include oily bilge water and
sludge oil. Any vessel using the services available at the port for
the disposal of oily waste must report such use to the Port
Authorities and the Company, having concluded the contract of
carriage no later than 24 hours before arrival.
4. Hazardous Waste:Hazardous waste here refers to oil filters,
empty batteries, heavy metal batteries, fluorescent tubes, paint,
thinners, etc.
The Port of Naantali Authority accepts small quantities of
hazardous waste per each vessel call. Such waste must be
dumped in the special yellow container located in the port area.
For further information, please contact the Transport Department
during regular office hours. Tel: ␣358 (2) 437-5515 or 533-4364.
Waste and garbage not handled through the garbage service provided
by the Port of Naantali Authority:
Chemical waste, tanker ballast water and tank wash water.
Garbage classified into IMO classes.
For further information, please contact the Traffic Office on Tel: ␣358
(2) 437-5516, 533-4364.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: See ‘‘Garbage Disposal’’.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Seaman’s Mission, Huolintakatu 3, Turku.
Tel: 2303940. Fax: 2305940. Approximately 17 km. Transport possible.
REGULATIONS: The current version of the publication ‘‘Port
Regulations of the City of Naantali’’ is available from the Port Authority
or vessel’s Agent. Oil pollution strictly prohibited. Dumping of waste,
refuse, etc., also prohibited.
Also see ‘‘Garbage Disposal’’.
DELAYS: Usually no delays.
AUTHORITY: Port of Naantali Authority, Satamatie 13,
FIN-21100 Naantali, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (24) 375512. FAX: ␣358 (24)
351727. WWW: www.naantali.fi/satama Contact: Kari Rahja, Port
Director (Tel: ␣358 (24) 375511. Email: [email protected]).
Harbour Master (Tel: ␣358 (500) 528444. Fax: ␣358 (24) 351727.
Port Control: (24 hours) Tel: ␣358 (24) 375515. Fax: ␣358 (24)
375519. Email: [email protected]
OULU: 65.00 N. 25.28 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: The port is located in the Gulf of Bothnia in N.W. Finland,
in position Lat. 65␥ 00' N., Long. 25␥ 28' E., 610 km. from Helsinki.
PORT LIMITS: The seaward boundary of the port is drawn West of Oulu
Roads. The arriving vessel passing the line Hermanni Island – Kyrokari
Ice Buoy is inside the boundaries and if necessary to anchor on the
roads, is considered to be an ‘‘arrived vessel’’.
Port consists of four separate parts: Toppila, Nuottasaari, Oritkari and
Vihreasaari harbours.
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Passenger Lists.
Customs Documents.
2 Crew Bond Declarations.
2 Ship’s Bond-store Lists.
Derat Certificate.
4 Manifests.
2 Bills of Lading.
Ship’s Register, Certificate of Tonnage.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory for foreign vessels. Pilots available throughout
24 hours. Vessel requiring Pilot applies from Marjaniemi. Pilot station,
Lat. 65␥ 02' 4" N., Long. 24␥ 34' E., near West point of Hailuoto Island.
Pilots require 12 hours’ notice of ETA to Peltinmatala lightbuoy (Pilots)
or to alternative position 3 miles North of Kelmi lightbuoy. Pilot boat red
coloured displaying usual international pilot signs. Pilot station equipped
with MF (2182) and VHF, listening on Channels 16 and 13, radar and
RC. Morse signalling by light. No specific requirements on part of Pilots
boarding, only safe pilot ladder according to rules. Anchorage near
lightbuoy Peltinmatala, when awaiting for Pilot in fine weather; in bad
weather advisable to ride against weather and wind. Pilot for Oulu can
also be obtained near the ‘‘Kemi 1’’ light-tower. Vessels with a draft more
than 8.0 m. can use both fairways, depth 10.0 m. Pilot either from
Marjaniemi or ‘‘Kemi 1’’ Pilot Station, VHF Channels 16 and 13.
Marjaniemi Pilot Station: Tel: ␣358 (2) 0448-7640. Fax: ␣358 (2)
0448-7649.
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ANCHORAGES: Safe anchorage on Oulu roads. There are no safe
anchorages West of Hailuoto Island.
RESTRICTIONS: Day and night service, no tides. Winter season,
contact ice-breaker 24 hours in advance on MF (2182), or VHF
Channels 16 and 6.
MAX. SIZE: Marjaniemi Fairway: 10.0 m.
Kemi Fairway: 10.0 m.
Oritkari Harbour: Main Quay, depth 9.0 m. Stern Door Quay,
depth 7.0 m. North Quay, depth 10.0 m.
Nuottasaari Harbour: Main Quay, depth 6.40 m. Chemical Quay,
depth 7.50 m.
Vihreasaari Harbour: Oil Quay, length 72 m., depth 10.0 m. Bulk Quay,
length 150 m., depth 10.0 m.
Largest Vessel: 50,000 d.w.t., LOA 200 m. and draft 10.0 m.
Also see ‘‘Berthing’’.
HEALTH: No special rules existing in obtaining pratique. If disease or
fever is suspected on board report to ship’s Agent; will contact the Health
Authority for necessary arrangements.
VHF: Helsinki Radio (North Quarken). Close to Hailuoto Island call
‘‘Helsinki Radio’’ VHF Channel 27 or Channel 24.
The port operates on Channels 13 and 16.
VTS: There is a Vessel Traffic Surveillance Service (VTS) covering the
area off the port. Vessels should contact West Coast VTS on VHF
Channel 67 when passing within 12 nautical miles of the mainland or
approaching the port.
West Coast VTS: Tel: ␣358 (2) 0448-6645. Fax: ␣358 (2) 0448-6646.
WWW: www.fma.fi
Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Tug optional, but for vessels over 140 m. long use is advisable.
Tug (‘‘Tuura’’, 3,600 h.p.) will meet on Oulu Roads according to
agreement; customary to use ship’s lines in open water and lines from
tug during ice operations. All ice-breakers keep watch on frequency
2182 kHz and VHF (Channel 16).
BERTHING:
Nuottasaari Harbour: Total quay length 482 m. Main Quay, length320 m.
Chemical Quay, length 125 m.
Oritkari Harbour: Total quay length 575 m. Main Quay, length 270 m.
Stern Door Quay, length 85 m. North Quay, length 170 m. Facility for
Ro/Ro service.
Vihreasaari Harbour: Total quay length 222 m. Oil Quay, length 72 m.
Bulk Quay, length 150 m.
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Oritkari Harbour: The harbour
primarily handles general cargo, including Ro-Ro, Sto-Lo and container
traffic.
The North Quay has 2 berths and is used for loading reels, pallets,
pulp and containers.
The Main Quay has 3 berths and 2 Ro-Ro ramps and is used for
loading reels, pallets, pulp, sawn timber and loading/discharging of
containers (1␺50 ton crane available) and general cargo.
There are 10 warehouses (62,400 sq.m.), 23,500 sq.m. of open
storage, 18,000 sq.m. of bonded storage and a bonded warehouse of
500 sq.m.
Nuottasaari Harbour: The harbour primarily handles raw materials and
products connected with the paper industry.
Nuottasaari Quay is used for loading pulp and discharging kaolin,
chemicals, timber and salt.
There are also 2 berths used for discharging carbonate and other
chemical products.
Vihreasaari Harbour: Dry bulk and oil cargoes are discharged in the
harbour.
There is one berth handling oil products and one berth handling dry
bulk products.
The harbour has 27,000 sq.m. of open storage and 23,000 cu.m. of
warehousing for dry bulk.
Also see ‘‘Tankers’’.
Ro-Ro: There are 3 Ro-Ro berths having ramp widths of 25.0 m., 30.0 m.
and 40.0 m. with depths ranging from7.0 m. – 10.0 m., located in Oritkari
Harbour.
Also see ‘‘Plan’’.
CRANES:
No. Capacity
Reach of
Arm Type
(tons) (m.)
Nuottasaari Harbour 2 5 and 8 12 Movable
Vihreasaari Harbour 1 6 22 Movable
Oritkari Harbour 1 50 36 Movable
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: See ‘‘Berthing’’ and ‘‘Cargo Handling
Facilities’’.
BRIDGES: No bridges.
STEVEDORES: 24 hours’ notice of ETA to be given to Agent who
arranges necessary gangs.
Herman Andersson Oy is the only stevedoring organisation operating in
the port. Tel: ␣358 (8) 315-0100. WWW: www.hermanandersson.fi
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 0700 hrs. – 2400 hrs. and Saturdays
0700 hrs. – 1600 hrs. Cranes and port services available throughout
24 hours.
MEDICAL: Medical attention arranged through Agent, 2 – 4 hours’ notice
required. Good hospital facilities available.
TANKERS: Discharge lines of 12 in., 14 in. and 18 in. Pressure
10 kg./sq.cm.
Vihreasaari Harbour: Teboil Oy (Suomen Petrooli Oy): Tel: ␣358 (8)
561-8500. Fax: ␣358 (8) 561-8560. WWW: www.teboil.fi
Teboil has its own dedicated quay with depth of 10.0 m. and
110,000 cu.m. of shore tank storage.
Oy Shell AB: Tel: ␣358 0204-431. Fax: ␣358 0204 443-111.
Nuottasaari Harbour: Chemical Quay – Max. 15,000 d.w.t. The chemical
plant has 11 storage tanks totalling 17,900 cu.m. (11␺1,500 cu.m. and
1␺2,900 cu.m.).
Operator: Omya Oy, Helsinki. Tel: ␣358 (9) 476-476. Fax: ␣358 (9)
4764-7400. WWW: www.omya.com
Also see ‘‘Max. Size’’.
DENSITY: Fresh water.
FRESH WATER: Available at main berths and Oil Harbour frompipeline,
cost about 17.00 FIM/ton. Elsewhere water is delivered by boat, cost
about 17.00 FIM/ton plus standard charge.
FUEL: Small quantities of all grades available, delivered by lorries.
Teboil Oy (Suomen Petrooli Oy): Tel: ␣358 (8) 561-8500. Fax: ␣358(8)
561-8560. WWW: www.teboil.fi
Fortum Oy: Tel: ␣358 (10) 454-8858. Fax: ␣358 (10) 454-8861.
WWW: www.fortum.com
CONSULS: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Netherlands and United
Kingdom.
REPAIRS: Minor deck and engine repairs carried out. Docking only for
small tug boats.
DRY DOCKS: One small slipway. Max. vessels of 25 m. length and
8 ft. draft.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Watchmen recommended.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
Stevedores will do it by order of Master and will charge as shipwork.
CERTIFICATES:
Nationality Certificate.
Measuring Certificate.
Load Line Certificate.
Classification Certificate.
Safety Equipment Certificate.
Radio Safety Certificate.
Derat Certificate.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco: 200 cigarettes or 200 gm. pipe
tobacco or equal amount of cigars allowed to each member of crew.
Wine and/or Spirit: One bottle wine or spirit allowed for each member
of the crew.
CARGO GEAR: Tested cargo gear to international safety regulations.
Test certificates to be on board vessel.
REPATRIATION: Good facilities for effecting crew changes and to
arrange necessary repatriation.
AIRPORT: Oulu Airport 15 km. from harbour served by regular airlines.
10 daily flights to Helsinki (worldwide connections) and 10 flights from
Helsinki to Oulu with continuous connection to Kemi and Rovaniemi.
TIME: Local time GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: General holidays in Finland: New Year’s Day (January 1st);
Good Friday; Easter Monday; Labour Day (May 1st); IndependenceDay
(December 6th); Christmas Day (December 25th); Boxing Day
(December 26th).
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Fire 112, Reserve 3112987; Ambulance
112, Reserve 3112987; Police 112, 10022, Reserve 3112001.
TELEPHONES: A telephone connection available in all harbours.
SERVICES: Compass adjusters and ship’s cleaning.
SHIP SUPPLY SERVICE: English speaking Pilots keep watch roundthe
clock at Oulu Pilot Station on VHF Channels 13 and 16. The have pilot
boats for ship-to-shore transport in emergency cases. In other cases
Oulu Harbour Radio keeps English speaking watch in office hours
VHF Channels 13 and 16. At other times the Pilots help to translate
messages to tugowners. Oulu Harbour and a few private Owners have
tugboats for service around the clock. Helsinki Coastal Radio has watch
around the clock on Channels 16 and 27. They can arrange a helicopter
in emergency cases for service in whole Bay of Bothnia area.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: The garbage containers are placed on the quay
at 200 m. intervals. The local agent makes contact with the collectors
when required. The charge for every ship is 0.15 FIM/n.r.t., the minimum
is 150.00 FIM and the maximum is 380.00 FIM.
Sewage: Storage tank trucks are available for collecting human waste
direct from the ship. Contact ship’s Agent.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: The capacity for waste oil is 250 tons. There
are many collecting companies. All collecting is by tanker trucks. Local
agent orders the tanker truck when needed. The charge for truck is
270 FIM/hour and handling about 300 FIM/ton.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: The Finnish Seamen’s Mission operates in the
Oritkari Harbour. They have telephone for visitors for calling home,
postage facilities. The address of the Seamen’s Mission is
Merimieslahetys Jaasalontie, SF-90400 Oulu. The Harbour Office will
help with arranging football matches between ships or clubs on shore.
Harbour Office Tel: ␣358 (8) 342-466. Mobile: ␣358 (400) 37-1574.
WEATHER: The port is open throughout the year. Icebreakers are used
to keep the approach channels free of ice between mid-December and
end of March to early April.
AUTHORITY: Port of Oulu, Poikkimaantie 16, P.O. Box 23, FIN-90015
Oulu, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (8) 5584-2753. Cables: Satama. FAX: ␣358
(8) 5584-2799. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.ouluport.com
Contact: Kari Himanen, Port Director. Tel: ␣358 (8) 34-4266.
PARGAS: 60.18 N. 22.18 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Customs Provisions Lists.
2 Crew Personal Effects Lists.
2 Passenger Lists.
2 Bills of Lading.
Tonnage Certificate and in special instances other regular
documents.
PILOTAGE: On arrival at Pargas, from Gulf of Finland via Hanko or Uto,
from Baltic via Uto, from Gulf of Bothnia via Enskar, information of ETA
to be given 24 hours, 12 hours and 2 hours in advance to Agent or to
Archipelago VTS. VHF Channel 16 for calling, 13 for further
communication. Charge for pilotage in accordance with official Finnish
tariff.
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ANCHORAGES: Well sheltered and safe anchorage, immediately
outside harbour area.
MAX. SIZE: Maximum depth both in channel and along quay 7.5 m. As
regards length of quay and possibilities for a quick dispatch, it is desirable
(though not an absolute stipulation) that discharging vessel be a bulk
carrier with the engines aft.
HEALTH: Free Pratique automatic for all vessels, but temporary
exceptions in and according to regulations issued by WHO and
Authorities may occur.
VHF: Stockholm Radio or Helsinki Radio.
VTS: Full information is available from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Available with 24 hours and 12 hours notice.
BERTHING: Directions to berth via nearest Pilot Station. Quay level
above water 1.0 m. – 2.0 m., dependent on berth.
Length of quays, 800 m. 2 electric coal-discharging bucket cranes and
one electric conveyor belt.
STEVEDORES: Arrangements will be made by Agent, who must be
advised of ETA previous day to enable arrange men, trucks, etc.
MEDICAL: Medical Officer available locally. Necessary examinationand
taking of tests usually done in Abo. Regular appointment with local
physician can be arranged by telephone with Agent or doctor.
DENSITY: Brackish water 1002.
FRESH WATER: Delivery from installation on quay.
FUEL: No local supply. In case of need delivery by truck from Abo.
CONSULS: See ‘‘Turku’’.
REPAIRS: Facilities for arranging small repairs on deck and engine in
Pargas, but usually carried out by reliable companies in Abo.
DRY DOCKS: No local docking facilities. See ‘‘Turku’’.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available but not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Must always be performed by crew.
CERTIFICATES: Normally Tonnage Certificate and Finnish Ice Class
Certificate only, but in special instances other regular ship’s documents
may also be needed.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco, Wine and/or Spirits. In
accordance with the decision of Customs Authorities.
AIRPORT: Nearest airport in Abo. Distance about 25 km.
HOLIDAYS: Whit Monday, Midsummer (2 days), All Saints’ Day,
Independence Day (6th December), Christmas (25th December). Work
in harbour carried out during these days only under very pressing
circumstances.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: ␣358 (24) 581872;
Ambulance/Fire 112.
TELEPHONES: No facilities for placing telephone on board.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions for crew members.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage facilities on the quay alongside ship.
Separate drums available for oil waste. For service Tel: ␣358 (24)
542-6216. Charges: 0.03 €/n.r.t. Minimum charge 42 €, maximum
charge 118 €).
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: On request, subject to a compulsory fee of
0.17 €/n.r.t.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None available.
DELAYS: Vessels dispatched in order of arrival. Usually no delays occur
as work has generally been carried out within the time limit stipulated
in C/P. Port activity aimed at good dispatch of vessels, and consequently
work in 2 shifts has been arranged.
AUTHORITY: Finnsementti Oy, FIN-21600 Pargas, Finland. Tel: ␣358
(24) 54567. FAX: ␣358 (24) 542-6535. Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.finnsementti.fi Contact: Stig Lundquist, Harbour Master.
PORI, including Mantyluoto, Reposaari and Tahkoluoto:
61.36 N. 21.29 E. (See Plan)
PORT LIMITS: The line between the lighthouses on Mantyluoto and
Reposaari.
DOCUMENTS:
Ship’s Register.
Crew List.
Customs Documents.
Manifests.
Bills of Lading.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory, available throughout 24 hours. Cableaddress:
Luotsiasema, Mantyluoto (Pilot Station Mantyluoto), VHF Channel 16 or
frequency 2182. 24 hour service by pilot boats from Mantyluoto Pilot
Station, boats red-painted, international light or sound signals. Pilot to
be taken 4 miles off Mantyluoto. In heavy fog, if required, Pilot Station
able to navigate vessels into harbour by radar, provided vessel has
corresponding equipment.
Pilots: Mantyluoto Pilot Station: Tel: ␣358 (204) 486645. Fax: ␣358
(204) 486646. Email: [email protected]
ANCHORAGES: Reposaari Roads and outside the breakwater.
RESTRICTIONS: Depth in the channel 8.6 m.
MAX. SIZE: Tahkoluoto Oil Harbour: Max. LOA 220 m., max. draft:
10.0 m. Length of quay 105 m.
Tahkoluoto Bulk Harbour: Max. draft: 10.0 m. Length of the quay 145 m.
Deep Water Harbour: (Berths No. 23-24). Length of quay 450 m.,
max. draft 15.3 m.
Mantyluoto: Max. draft 10.0 m. Length of quay 2,000 m.
Reposaari: Max. draft 3.6 m.
Ro-Ro Berths: Max. LOA 175 m., max. draft 10.0 m.
VHF: See ‘‘VTS’’.
VTS: There is a Vessel Traffic Surveillance Service (VTS) which
commences 12 nautical miles seawards of Kaiyakari Island. Contact
West Coast (Pori) VTS on VHF Channel 67 when arriving at reporting
position Lat. 61␥ 37' N., Long. 21␥ 22' E.
West Coast (Pori) VTS: Tel: ␣358 (204) 486645. Fax: ␣358 (204)
486646.
Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 5 tugs available from 200 h.p. up to 3,520 h.p. Tugs normally
join the vessel near the quays. Tugs use ship’s lines.
BERTHING:
Quay Quay Section
Depth of Water
at Normal Water
(m.)
Kivilaituri 1 6.3
2 5.5
Betonilaiturin lansipaa 3, 4, 5 7.0
Betonilaiturin itapaa 6, 7, 8 6.5
9 3.9
Vasikkaniemen etelalaituri 10 3.9
11, 12 6.5
Vasikkaniemen paalaituri 13 7.0
Vasikkaniemen pohjoislaituri 14-18 8.1
Kirrisannan laituri 19 8.1
Kallonlahti 20, 21, 22, 23, 24,
25
11.2
Deep water harbour 26, 27 17.5
Tahkoluodon laituri 28, 29 11.5
Reposaaren laituri 30 4.2
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: 2 Ro-Ro berths (Berths No. 18
and 19).
Cargoes Handles: Timber, coal, grain, dry bulk, containers, cement, oil,
oil products and chemicals.
Total Storage: Warehouses 110,500 sq.m. and privately owned timber
warehouse 30,500 sq.m.
Mantyluoto Harbour: Storage: 101,000 sq.m. warehouses, 28,000 sq.m.
open warehouses and 5,462 cu.m. silos.
CRANES:
Quay
Quay
Section
No. of
Cranes Capacity
(tons)
Betonilaiturin lansipaa 3, 4, 5 2
4
3 tons
5 tons
Vasikkaniemen paalaituri 6, 7 13 10 tons
Vasikkaniemen pohjoislaituri 14 – 18 12
7
16
6 tons
53 tons
16/40 tons
Kirrisannan laituri 19 15 200 tons
Kallonlahti 20, 21
22 – 25
11
5, 8
6 tons
2␺40 tons
Deep water harbour 26, 27 17, 18
10
1
2␺20/40 tons
32 tons
15/30 tons
BULK CARGO FACILITIES: Deep Water Harbour: 1␺1,500 t.p.h.
loader, 1␺2,200 t.p.h. stacker and 1␺2,200 t.p.h. conveyor are loacted
at the dry bulk cargo facility.
Also see ‘‘Max. Size’’ and ‘‘Berthing’’.
STEVEDORES: The vessels receive workers in the order in which they
enter the harbour. ETA advices appreciated in order to facilitate
arranging gangs.
Hacklin Oy Ltd., Tel: ␣358 (2) 628-2111. Fax: ␣358 (2) 628-2220.
Telex: 66398 HACKL FI. Email: [email protected]
MEDICAL: No advance notice for medical attention required. Hospital
facilities available.
TANKERS: Berth No. 26. Depth 11.5 m. Max. draft 10.0 m.
Tahkoluoto Oil Harbour: Total storage capacity 613,700 cu.m.
Teboil: Tel: ␣358 (2) 638-4364. Fax: ␣358 (2) 633-1545.
Fortum: Tel: ␣358 (10) 454-3611. Fax: ␣358 (10) 454-3706.
Shell (Helsinki): Tel: ␣358 (20) 4431. Fax: ␣358 (20) 443-2299.
Mantyluoto Harbour: Chemicals are handled. Total storage capacity
9,933 cu.m.
DENSITY: 1004.5.
FRESH WATER: Supply by shore installation.
FUEL: All grades available.
CONSULS: Vice-Consuls:
Denmark Tel: ␣358 (2) 628-2111
France Tel: ␣358 (2) 633-3500
Italy Tel: ␣358 (2) 823222
Netherlands Tel: ␣358 (2) 628-1000
Norway Tel: ␣358 (20) 480110
Spain Tel: ␣358 (2) 632-6162
Sweden Tel: ␣358 (20) 480-3042
United Kingdom Tel: ␣358 (20) 416133
REPAIRS: Most repairs possible.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available but not compulsory.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: This work normally carried out by
crew.
CERTIFICATES: Load Line Certificate; and during Winter season Ice
Dues Certificate which issued by authorities for each season.
AIRPORT: Distance from airport 22 km. Served regularly by Finnair.
TIME: Local time 2 hours ahead of GMT. 3 hours ahead in Summer.
(end March – end September.)
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Tel: 112. Police Tel: ␣358 (2) 623-7500.
EMERGENCY CO-ORDINATION CENTRE: Tel: 112.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Seaman’s Mission is located in Mantyluoto.
Deutsches Seemannshiem, Uniluodonkatu 23, Mantyluoto, Pori.
Tel/Fax: ␣358 (2) 638-3274. Email: [email protected]
GENERAL: Harbour icebreaker ‘‘Porin Karhu’’, 3,500 h.p. available.
Railway Sidings: Rail connections on the quays alongside the berths.
AUTHORITY: Port of Pori Authority, 28880 Pori, Finland. Tel: ␣358
(2) 621-2600. FAX: ␣358 (2) 621-2630. Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.pori.fi/port Contact: Kimmo Naski, Port Director.
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PORKKALA (Kantvik): 60.05 N. 24.23 E. (See Plan)
Also see ‘‘Helsinki’’.
APPROACHES: There are four official ship routes leading to the port
of Porkkala (Kantvik) of Suomen Sokeri Osakeyhtio. The deepest one
is 9.2 m. (30 ft.) and the shallowest one is 5.5 m. (18 ft.). The port does
not have an ice-breaker of its own and the fairway is kept open by the
State’s icebreakers.
PILOTAGE: A Pilot can be obtained from the Pilot Station of Porkkala,
Tel. ␣358 (90) 2984-112 or VHF Channels 13 and 16. Distance to port
about 14 miles. Pilotage in the harbour area may be carried out only by
State-appointed Pilots. Pilotage in the harbour is not obligatory.
MAX. SIZE: Maximum draft 30 ft. 2 in. (9.2 m.).
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: A tug is available.
BERTHING: The Port of Porkkala (Kantvik) is owned by Stromsby Invest
and it is located at Kantvik. Directly in the vicinity of the port there is the
factory of Suomen Sokeri Osakeyhtio (sugar mill). The port basin has
3 quays:
The outer quay is 110 m. long, draft 9.2 m. (30 ft. 2 in.).
The inner quay is 50 m. long, draft 5.3 m. (17 ft. 4 in.).
The fairway of the port basin is 120 m. wide, narrowing up at its end
to 76.5 m. South quay (at the South bank of Kantvik Bay) is 60 m. long,
draft 8.5 m. (27 ft. 7 in.).
CRANES: Two cranes, capacity 8 tons. One crane is on the outer quay
and one on the South quay. There is a new material handling machine
with 20 tons capacity on the South quay.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: Available at quays.
CONSULS: Nearest in Helsinki.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally by the crew.
AIRPORT: Nearest Helsinki, distance 45 km.
TIME: Local time is GMT plus 2 hrs. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: On Saturdays, Sundays and General Holidays in Finland
no cargo work is done.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Contact the Gatehouse of Factory.
TELEPHONES: Can be arranged on board. Telephone calls can be
made from the Harbour Office during day-time.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
GENERAL: Clearance: The Customs formalities of the port are attended
to by the Custom House of Inkoo.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT:
The sugar discharging berth for Porkkala is at Kantvik, situated in
Lat. 60␥ 05' N., Long. 24␥ 23.25' E., about 21 miles West of Helsinki.
The Pilot for the port is embarked at the position indicated on British
Admiralty Chart No. 2331, 115␥␺3.5 miles from Porkkala Lighthouse.
From there to the berth is 12 miles and the passage presents no
difficulties. It is well lit, and there is ample water. The least depthrecorded
was 31 ft. and that was alongside the berth. There is a powerful tug for
assisting in berthing and unberthing.
The discharging berth, alongside which vessels lie port side to, is
modern and well fendered. It is sheltered from most directions.
Unfortunately, the berth is short for a 500 ft. vessel, and additional
moorings have to be placed from amidships.
There is only 1 crane on the berth and to work either of the end hatches
a shift would be necessary. Work was continuous while the vessel
discharged her part cargo at Kantvik, and an out-turn rate of 100 t.p.h.
was achieved.
Fresh water is readily available from the Jetty, and presumably, fuel
could be obtained from Helsinki. Telephones in the dock offices are
available for official use.
There is a bus service to and from Helsinki, the journey taking about
40 minutes.
AUTHORITY: Finnsteve Oy AB, Kantvik Port, FIN-02460
Kirkkonummi, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (9) 2985-022. FAX: ␣358 (9)
2985-163. WWW: www.finnsteve.fi Contact: Kari Alhojoki, Port
Director (Email: [email protected]).
PORVOO: 60.18 N. 25.33 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: The harbour is a private oil harbour owned and managed
by Fortum Oil and Gas Oy.
The harbour is located at Skoldvik in the municipal area of Porvoo
about 45 km. (28 miles) East of Helsinki, Lat. 60␥ 18' N., Long. 25␥ 33' E.
The area is shown on Finnish Marine Chart Nos. 17 and 902.
The distance from the Kallbadagrund Lighthouse to the harbour is
20.5 nautical miles (38 km.). The minimum width of the harbour channel
is 270 m. (885 ft.) and the approved depth is 15.3 m. (50 ft.).
The water level varies between ␣1.5 m. and ␤0.75 m. (␣5 ft. and
␤2.5 ft.) depending on the wind. There are no tides in the area.
The Winter period is from January to the end of April. During this time
the channel fromthe open sea to the harbour is kept open by icebreakers
owned by the State. The Finnish Board of Navigation determines the
requirements for vessels allowed to enter various ports duringthis period.
Charts: Finnish Charts No. 17 and 902.
DOCUMENTS: The following documents shall be handed over after
berthing:
4 Crew Lists.
2 Lists of Visitors.
3 Passenger Lists.
1 Provision List.
1 Special List (Customs).
Ship’s Register.
Certificate of Tonnage.
Cargo Documents.
PILOTAGE: Pilotage is compulsory. The Pilots are Sea Pilots employed
by the State. They also perform the pilotage inside the port area.
The Pilot Station is at the outer end of Emsalo Island. Vessels entering
from the sea are boarded by the Pilot at Kallbadagrund, Lat. 59␥ 59.1' N.,
Long. 25␥ 36.1' E.
The Pilot shall be called by using VHF Channels 13 and 16.
The Sea Pilots serve as Docking Masters berthing the vessel with the
help of 2 tugs when the vessel is over 15,000 tons.
RESTRICTIONS: Vessels can enter and leave the harbour 24 hours a
day. However, vessels whose keel clearance is minimal are not allowed
to berth in darkness or under unfavourable wind conditions.
In Winter, port kept open by ice-breakers.
MAX. SIZE: Up to about 260,000 d.w.t. Max. draft 15.3 m.
HEALTH: Bill of Health not required. In case suspected disease or fever
on board, radio Agent full details before arrival.
RADIO: Notice of arrival shall be given 12 hours before the calculated
time of arrival by the ship’s Agent. Two hours before arrival at the
boarding site for the Pilot, the same notice shall be sent, including
(1) The name and the nationality of the vessel
(2) Nett registered tonnage
(3) The time and date of the notice
(4) The draft of the vessel
(5) Time of arrival at the boarding site for the Pilot.
VHF: The harbour office is open 24 hours a day. It is provided with the
VHF station ‘‘Fortum’’. The following Channels are available: 6, 9, 13,
15, 16, 17 and 21.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: The harbour tugs ‘‘Esta’’ and ‘‘Esko’’ owned by Fortum are
available to handle vessels. Respective capacities are:
‘‘Esta’’ 1,000 kW (1,330 h.p.) and ‘‘Esko’’ 2,352 kW (3,200 h.p.)
Vessels over 80,000 d.w.t. need additional tugs, which theship’sAgent
shall order from Helsinki.
The ship’s own lines shall be used for towing.
Tug to stand-by whilst vessel discharging if vessel over 130,000 d.w.t.
BERTHING: There are 5 berths available for discharging crude oil and
loading of oil products. 2 additional berths are available for handling of
petrochemical and liquified gas products.
Loading and discharging is possible around the clock. During the
icefree period all berths are surrounded by oil booms.
Berth 1: Face direction 023␥ 42'
Water depth 12.6 m. (41 ft.)
Maximum vessel size about 50,000 d.w.t.
Berth 2: Face direction 128␥ 42'
Water depth 17.6 m. (57 ft.)
Maximum vessel length 330 m. (1,082 ft.)
without special permission
N.B.
Vessel to be moored starboard side alongside
Shore gangway
Maximum reach of loading arms
␣21.5 m. (␣70 ft.) from sea level
Berth 3: Face direction 128␥ 42'
Water depth 17.6 m. (57 ft.)
Maximum vessel length 280 m. (918 ft.)
N.B.
Vessel to be moored starboard side alongside
Shore gangway
Maximum reach of loading arms
␣19.5 m. (␣64 ft.) from sea level
Berth 4: Face direction 017␥ 56'
Water depth 15.3 m. (50 ft.)
Maximum vessel size about 150,000 d.w.t.
Berth 5: Face direction 002␥ 58'
Water depth 8 m. (26 ft.)
Maximum vessel size about 8,000 d.w.t.
Berth 8: Face direction 004␥ 42'
Water depth 13.5 m. (44 ft.)
Maximum vessel size about 40,000 d.w.t.
Berth 9: Face direction 333␥ 18'
Water depth 7.6 m.
Maximum vessel size about 7,000 d.w.t.
The water depths correspond to the normal water level.
All loading arm flanges are ANSI 150 lb. RF. For tugs and cargo
vessels there are separate berths in the harbour.
MEDICAL: In emergency a doctor can be called on board. To call
ambulance, Tel: ␣358 (10) 452-2222. The nearest hospitals are in
Porvoo and in Helsinki. Ship’s Agent helps in other medical problems,
such as providing medicines.
CARGO OPERATIONS: The usual methods are applied in discharging
and loading. While discharging and loading the safety rules for Fortum
tank vessels and oil harbours shall be followed.
Crude oil can be discharged simultaneously at a maximumof 2 berths.
Berth 8 is used for benzene loading, capacity 500 cu.m./hr. and
propylene loading, capacity 400 cu.m./hr.
During cargo handling adequate crew shall be on board. A gangway
watchman is not required.
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Loading and Discharging Facilities:
Berth 1: Discharging rate 4,000 cu.m./hr., shore line 24 in. diameter,
arms No. 12 and No. 13, 2␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for oil 2,000 cu.m./hr., shore line 20 in. diameter, arms
No. 12 and No. 13, 2␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for diesel oil 2,000 cu.m./hr., shore line 14 in. diameter,
arm No. 14, 1␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for gasoline 2,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 15, 1␺12 in.
diameter.
Loading rate for jet fuel 500 cu.m./hr., arm No. 16, 1␺8 in. diameter.
Deballasting 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 12, 1␺12 in. diameter.
Bunkering rate 600 cu.m./hr., arm No. 11, 1␺8 in. diameter.
All flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
Berth 2: Discharging rate for crude oil 11,000 cu.m./hr., main shore line
40 in. diameter, arms No. 22, No. 23 and No. 24, 3␺16 in. diameter.
Deballasting 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 22, 1␺16 in. diameter.
Bunkering rate 600 cu.m./hr., arm No. 21, 1␺10 in. diameter.
All flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
Berth 3: Loading rate for gasoline 5,000 cu.m./hr., arms No. 34 and
No. 35, 2␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for diesel oil 2,500 cu.m./hr., arm No. 33, 1␺12 in.
diameter.
Deballasting 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 35, 1␺12 in. diameter.
Bunkering rate 600 cu.m./hr., arm No. 37, 1␺8 in. diameter.
All flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
Berth 4: Discharging rate 2,000 cu.m./hr., shore line 24 in. diameter,arms
No. 42 and No. 43, 2␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for heavy fuel oil 2,000 cu.m./hr., shore line 20 in. or
24 in. diameter, arms No. 42 and No. 43, 2␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for diesel oil and unleaded gasoline 2,000 cu.m./hr., arm
No. 44, 1␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for gasoline and cat cracked spirit 2,000 cu.m./hr., arm
No. 45, 1␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for straight-run naphtha 1,500 cu.m./hr., arm No. 45,
1␺12 in. diameter.
Loading rate for bitumen 1,000 cu.m./hr., armNo. 40 1␺8 in. diameter.
Deballasting 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 42 and No. 44, 2␺12 in.
diameter.
Bunkering rate 600 cu.m./hr., arm No. 41, 1␺8 in. diameter.
All flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
Discharge rate for coal: 11,000 tons per 24 hours.
Berth 5: Discharging rate 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 51, 1␺8 in. diameter.
Loading rate for diesel oil and base oil 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 52,
1␺8 in. diameter.
Loading rate for gasoline 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 53, 1␺8 in.
diameter.
Deballasting 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 51, 1␺8 in. diameter.
Bunkering rate for heavy fuel oil 600 cu.m./hr., arm No. 51, 1␺8 in.
diameter and flexible hose 1␺3 in. diameter.
Bunkering rate for diesel oil 40 to 1,000 cu.m./hr., arm No. 52, 1␺8 in.
diameter and hose 1␺2 in. diameter.
All flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
LPG loading rate 80 cu.m./hr., hose 1␺4 in. diameter, flanges ANSI
300 lb., RF.
Berth 8: Loading rate for benzene 500 cu.m./hr., arm No. 81, 1␺8 in.
diameter.
Loading rate for phenol 100 cu.m./hr., hose 1␺6 in. diameter.
Loading rate for propylene 400 cu.m./hr., hose 1␺8 in. diameter.*
Loading rate for oily water 100 cu.m./hr., hose 1␺4 in. diameter
Loading rate for acetone 300 cu.m./hr., arm 1␺8 in.**
Flanges for propylene loading ANSI 300 lb., RF.
All other flanges ANSI 150 lb., RF.
* Arm No. 83 also propane and butane.
** Arm No. 82.
Arm No. 81: Butane, crude AMS and cumene. Flanges are the same
size as all other chemical products.
Berth 9: Discharging rates for:
Styrenemonomer 500 cu.m./hr.
Ortoksylene 500 cu.m./hr.
Hexanol 500 cu.m./hr.
Glykol 60 cu.m./hr.
Oktanol 500 cu.m./hr. *
VCM ** 45-200 cu.m./hr.
Isobutene * 270 cu.m./hr.
Ethylene * 270 cu.m./hr. **
Vinylasetate 200 cu.m./hr.
Alfol-610 500 cu.m./hr.
Butadiene (loading) * 270 cu.m./hr.
* Arm No. 91: 1␺6 in. 300 lb., RF.
** Arm No. 92: 1␺6 in. 300 lb., RF.
BALLAST: There are facilities for discharging ballast at oil berths.
However, discharging can be effected simultaneously only from2 berths.
The capacity of the ballast handling system of the refinery is
30,000 cu.m. and the maximum discharging rate at each berth is
1,000 cu.m./hr. Ballast over 5,000 cu.m. must be reported 48 hours prior
to arrival.
The harbour office collects a charge to cover treatment costs for
receiving ballast.
Berth No. 8: Flushing water for the tanks can be discharged provided
that the pollutants can be handled in the Fortum waste water treatment
system. In that case the capacity is 100 cu.m./hr.
DENSITY: 1006.
FRESH WATER: Drinking water can be supplied from:
Berths 1, 4 and 5 25 cu.m./hr.
Berths 2 and 3 50 cu.m./hr.(2 connections)
Berths 8 and 9 20 cu.m./hr.
FUEL: Bunkering facilities are installed at oil berths. Two grades are
available, marine fuel oil and marine diesel oil.
The bunkering capacities:
Marine fuel oil 600 cu.m./hr.
Marine diesel oil up to 1,000 cu.m./hr.
The diesel oil can be delivered through product lines. Bunkers must
be ordered with 72 hours’ notice.
Bunkering at Berths No. 8 and 9 is by truck only.
REPAIRS: Only minor repairs can be effected following the safety rules
and with the permission of the harbour office.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not required.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes and 1 bottle wine or spirits
for each man.
REPATRIATION: Disembarking is possible. A foreigner needs a
passport. Distance to Porvoo is 20 km. (12.5 miles) and to Helsinki
45 km. (28 miles).
AIRPORT: There are daily flights from Helsinki – Vantaa Airport with
good connections all over the world. Distance to the airport is about
50 km. (30 miles).
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
TELEPHONES: Important Numbers: ␣358
Harbour Office (10) 452-3115
(10) 452-3117
Customs (10) 452-2083
‘‘Esta’’ (50) 452-1662
‘‘Esko’’ (50) 452-1667
Fire Alarm/
Ambulance (10) 452-2222
Kulloo Taxi Rank (19) 652244
REGULATIONS: In addition to the existing Finnish laws, statutes and
other regulations, the Port Regulations of Fortum Harbours must be
followed.
Some excerpts:
Entering the Harbour: Vessels carrying explosives or flammable liquids
or gases shall observe what has been separately laid down concerning
such cargo. The vessel shall show the prescribed caution sign in the
harbour area.
Traffic in the Port Area: In the port area the speed of the vessel shall
be according to the circumstances, so that no harm or danger shall be
caused to anyone. Oil booms, underwater jobsites etc. shall be passed
with special care. The maximum speed allowed in the port area is
6 knots, unless otherwise stated by the Harbour Office.
Berthing of the Vessel: Without urgent need, anchorage is prohibited in
the marked fairway, in the vicinity of the submarine pipelines or cables
or in any place where the vessel may disturb the traffic.
The vessel shall be moored alongside the berth appointed by the
Harbour Authorities and it shall not be removed without permission.
While berthing or unberthing or whilst moored at the berths therelevant
safety precautions shall be taken to avoid any damage to the berths.
All ships’ scuppers must be plugged or closed by mechanical means
so that no water, steam or dirt comes into contact with the berth or its
immediate vicinity.
A sufficient crew shall be maintained on board to ensure that the ship
can be removed, if necessary.
Prevention of Shallowing and Contamination of the Harbour: In the port
area it is prohibited to discharge oil or oil-emulsified water. In the Baltic
Sea the existing restrictions must be observed.
The jettisoning of garbage and refuse is prohibited in the port area.
The blowing of tubes and boilers of the ship while at the berth is
prohibited.
SAFETY: Safety regulations for Porvoo Harbour are delivered on board
during the vessel’s first call at the port.
GENERAL: Inspections: To avoid oil accidents, an inspection based on
the checking list is carried out before loading/discharging to find out the
preparedness of the vessel to act in an emergency.
Vessels loading/discharging oil products are surrounded by oil booms.
Inspections are carried out and loading/discharging is supervised by
the Loading Master, whose instructions must be followed. If he is not
on board, he can be contacted by Tel: ␣358 (10) 452-3115, 3117, or
Mobile: ␣358 (50) 452-3115.
AUTHORITY: Fortum Oil and Gas Oy, Porvoo Harbour, PO Box 310,
FIN-06101 Porvoo, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (10) 452-3115. FAX: ␣358 (10)
452-3757. WWW: www.fortum.com Contact: Marko Anttila, Loading
Master (Email: [email protected]).
RAAHE (Rautaruukki Steel and Lapaluoto):
64.41 N. 24.29 E. (See Plan)
PORT LIMITS: Vessel is considered to be an ‘‘arrived vessel’’ subject
to Charter Party Terms, when passing breakwaters if not ordered to
anchor near Raahe Lighthouse by Port Authority.
DOCUMENTS:
Crew Lists.
Passenger List.
Ship’s Register.
Custom List.
Provisions List.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory. To avoid delay in obtaining a Pilot the Owners,
Master or Agent of the ship bound for Raahe must report vessel’s ETA
6 hours in advance of ETA. ETAs must be confirmed or corrected not
less than 2 hours prior to ETA by VHF contact with Bothnia Pilot on
Channel 13. Departing vessels must also give 2 hours’ notice.
Pilots board and disembark by pilot cutter (red) near RaaheLighthouse
(Lat. 64␥ 39' N., Long. 24␥ 13' 5" E.). Day and night service. Distance
from lighthouse to port is 6 miles.
ANCHORAGES: Vessels can anchor outside Raahe Lighthouse, depth
15 m. – 20 m. No anchorages inside breakwaters.
RESTRICTIONS: No restrictions on night entry.
MAX. SIZE: Max. sailing draft at MLW is 8.0 m.
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VHF: Turku Radio operates on Channels 84 and 27, listens on
Channel 16.
Pilot station on Channel 13. Rautaruukki Steel Harbour Office on
Channels 16 and 9 (0600 hrs. – 2200 hrs.).
Tugs on Channel 16.
VTS: Full information is available from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
RADAR: No port radar services.
TUGS: 2 tugs, 400 h.p. and 1,500 h.p. Tug assistance not compulsory
but recommended. Ship’s lines used.
BERTHING:
Pier Berth Length Depth at MLW
No. (m.) (m.)
Rautaruukki Steel Harbour
Import Pier 1, 2, 3 370 8.9 (280 m.)
7.3 (90 m.)
Export Pier 4, 5 270 8.9 (180 m.)
7.3 (90 m.)
Oil Pier 6 200 9.1
Lapaluoto Harbour
Lapaluoto 7, 8 220 9.1
Waiting Quay 9 60 9.1
Note: The port of Lapaluoto is owned by the City of Raahe.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Lapaluoto Harbour,
no shore cranes, only mobile cranes.
Rautaruukki Oy Harbour, import quay equipped with 1␺10 tonsmobile
crane, 2␺12.5 ton shore cranes and conveyor; export quay equipped
with 1␺12.5 ton, 1␺40 ton and 1␺60 ton shore cranes, straddlecarriers,
forklifts, payloaders, lorries and equipment for handling steel, bulk and
general goods.
STEVEDORES: Rautaruukki Steel, in Steelworks Harbour; August
Lindberg Oy at Lapaluoto.
MEDICAL: Facilities available. Tel: ␣358 (8) 10023. Health Centre
Tel: ␣358 (8) 29911.
TANKERS: See ‘‘Berthing’’.
DENSITY: Average density 1003.
FRESH WATER: Available at all berths in Rautaruukki and Lapaluoto
harbours.
FUEL: Small quantities available, one day’s notice required.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS: No special precautions in Lapaluoto Harbour.
CONSULS:
Denmark 31146, 37269.
Norway 31146, 37269.
Sweden 37300, 37007.
REPAIRS: Mechanical workshops available. Slip for small ships.
DRY DOCKS: None.
SURVEYORS: Lloyd’s and Norske Veritas.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available but not compulsory.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally by the crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: About 200 cigarettes and limited amount
spirits per man.
REPATRIATION: Crew changes and repatriation can be carried out
without difficulties.
AIRPORT: Oulu Airport, about 70 km. from Raahe.
TIME: Local time is GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer,
(early April – late September).
HOLIDAYS: Public Holidays: New Year’s Day; Twelfth Night; Good
Friday; Easter Monday; Labour Day (1st May) holiday when no work
takes place; Ascension Day; Whitsun Monday; Midsummer Day; All
Saints’ Day; Independence Day (6th December); Christmas Day and
Boxing Day.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance; Fire and First
Aid 112.
TELEPHONES: Telephones may be placed on board at a charge.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Collection is available. Containers for garbage
are situated at 100 m. intervals on the quays. Charges as per tariff.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Collection service for waste oil is available.
Maximumquantity per vessel is 30 tons, as per Baltic Agreement. Orders
via Agent, 24 hours notice required. Charges as per Tariff.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Seaman’s Mission within the port. Open Monday
to Friday, 1800 hrs. to 2200 hrs. Address: Lapaluodontie 342,
FIN-92180 Raahe. Tel: ␣358 (8) 227-3177, 227-3179. Fax: ␣358 (8)
227-3180.
GENERAL: Shipping Season: Normal shipping season for non-ice
strengthened vessels is May – December. During the rest of the year
icebreaker assistance is normally necessary and given only to ice
strengthened vessels.
Harbour basin stays free of ice throughout the year because of
factory’s warm cooling water.
The installations of the harbour are operated throughout the year.
Services: Lub. oil, drinking water, boiler water, provisions, stores,
launches, facilities to receive garbage and oily water and minor repairs.
Consult Rautaruukki Oy Harbour Office and vessel’s Agent for further
information.
Litter: Littering is forbidden. In such cases, harbour authorities will
activate the cleaning process and charge the ship for expenditure. All
garbage must be sent ashore.
Spirits: Selling of alcohol on board a cargo vessel is forbidden by the
law. Penalties in such cases are high.
Drunken workers will be relieved of their duties immediately.
Cameras: The steelworks area is private property. Photographing is
forbidden in the whole area. Exceptions may only be made by the owner.
Safety: All necessary precautions must be taken for the safety of the
workers.
A protective net must be placed under the gangway stretching about
2.0 m. over its lower part in order to prevent any falls.
Safety inspection is undertaken on ship’s arrival by stevedores.
Visitors: Visitors will be allowed into the harbour area if they have a pass
card signed by the ship’s Master and the security service of the factory.
Lifeboat Station: Lifeboat cutter ‘‘Niilo Saarinen’’, 360 h.p., 10 knots.
Radio 2182 kHz, VHF Channel 16, Radar, fire and suction pump
4,000 litres/minute. Alarmthrough Turku Radio Station on 500 kHz, 2182
kHz and VHF Channels 16, 84 and 27. Raahe Pilot Station, RaaheCoast
Guard Station and Rautaruukki Steel Harbour Office on VHFChannel 16.
AUTHORITY: Port of Raahe, Harbour Office, Lapaluodontie 342,
FIN-92180 Raahe, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (8) 299-2271. FAX: ␣358 (8)
299-2275. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.raahe.fi/raaheport
Contact: Kaarlo Heikkinen, Harbour Master (Tel: ␣358 (8) 299-2597).
Operator: Rautaruukki Steel, Harbour Office, P.O.Box 93,
FIN-92101 Raahe, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (8) 84911. FAX: ␣358 (8)
849-4381. Telex: 32312 Steel FI. Cables: Rautaruukki Steel, Raahe.
Contact: Martti Manelius, Port Captain (Tel: ␣358 (8) 849-2256).
RAUMA: 61.08 N. 21.30 E. (See Plan)
PORT LIMITS: Southern entrance port limit when passing Tankkarit,
northern entrance port limit when passing Riskonpoella.
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
1 Passenger List.
Ship’s Register.
Customs Documents.
Ship’s Papers (Ship’s Agent will give the necessary advice).
APPROACHES: There are 2 approach channels: Rihtniemi, depth
10.0 m., and Valkeakari, depth 7.5 m.
PILOTAGE: Mantyluoto Pilot or Rauma Pilot: West Coast VTS,
Mantyluoto Pilot Station, in position Lat. 61␥ 35.5' N., Long. 21␥ 28' E.
Tel: ␣358 (204) 486645. Fax: ␣358 (204) 486646. VHF Channel 13.
Procedure: Provisions on the obligation to use a Pilot are included in
the Finnish Pilotage Decree (92/1998).
Vessels for which pilotage is compulsory are reminded of the
regulations governing Pilot requisition times issued by the Finnish
Maritime Administration.
When ordering a Pilot, vessels must provide information in the report
format as specified in the following table (IMO Res. A.581(20) General
Principles for Ship Reporting Systems and Ship Reporting
Requirements):
A Ship’s name, call sign and flag.
B Time (date and time) – A 6-digit group giving day of month
(first two digits), hours and minutes (last four digits). If other
than UTC (GMT), state time zone used.
G Port of departure – Name of last port of call.
I Destination and ETA – Name of port and date time group
expressed as in B.
O Draft – Maximum present static draft. 4-digit group giving
metres and centimetres.
P Cargo and brief details of any dangerous cargoes, harmful
substances and gases that could endanger persons or the
environment.
Q Brief details of defects, damage, deficiencies or other
limitations.
Further information available at WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
ANCHORAGES: Ample area for anchorage in Archipelago.
RESTRICTIONS: Entrance: North Channel 7.5 m., South Channel
10.0 m., max. draft 10.0 m. Harbour open all year round.
MAX. SIZE: Draft limit only.
Also see ‘‘Restrictions’’ and ‘‘Berthing’’.
HEALTH: Pratique should be applied for if there is contagious disease
on board.
VHF: Turku Radio on Channels 16 and 28. Channel 16 used for calling
Pilot, tug, etc. and Channel 13 for further operations.
VTS: Call West Coast VTSon VHF Channel 67. Tel: ␣358(204) 486645.
Fax: ␣358 (204) 486646.
Further information available at WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
RADAR: When required VTS Station radar used for advising Pilot
onboard.
TUGS: 3 ice-breaker tugs available (up to 3,500 b.h.p.) 24 hours per
day. 4 hours’ notice recommended.
Alfons Hakans Ltd. Tel: ␣358 (2) 515-500. Fax: ␣358 (2) 251-5873.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.alfonshakans.fi
BERTHING:
Quay Length Depth Alongside Remarks
(m.) (m.)
Container quay 160 10.0
Petajas 445 10.0 Bulk Cargo
Ro-Ro No.2 165 6.9
No.3 128 8.3
No.4 225 10.0
No.5 187 10.0
No.6 180 10.0
No.7 190 10.0 Ro-Ro
Central 280 6.2 – 6.4 General Cargo
Ro-Ro No.1 135 6.2
Laitsaari 246 8.5 General Cargo
Chemical I 100 4.9 Liquid Cargo
Chemical II 130 6.9 Liquid Cargo
Oil 200 8.5 Oil Carriers
Suoja 110 5.0 General Cargo
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Forklift Trucks: 2␺16 tonnes.
Cargo Handled: Paper products, china clay, oil and chemicals,
containers and Ro-Ro traffic.
Storage: Paper products 180,000 sq.m., dry bulk 228,600 cu.m., open
storage (unpaved) 106 hectares, heated warehouses 30,000 sq.m., silos
175,000 tonnes, oil/chemical tanks 563,616 cu.m. and miscellaneous
storage 45,000 sq.m.
CRANES: Portal Cranes: 1␺6 tonnes, 1␺16 tonnes, 1␺39 tonnes and
1␺45 tonnes.
Mobile Cranes: 1␺8 tonnes, 1␺65 tonnes and 1␺100 tonnes.
Also see ‘‘Container Handling Facilities’’.
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BULK CARGO FACILITIES: Petajas Quay for bulk carriers, max. draft
10.0 m. Rate 250 t.p.h.
Also see ‘‘Cargo Handling Facilities – Storage’’.
CONTAINER HANDLING FACILITIES: 1␺40 ton container gantry
crane, but other harbour cranes can be used. There are 7␺45 tonnes
reach stackers, 3 RTG’s and 20 tug masters (tractor units) available.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: 9 good berths for
Ro-Ro and Lo-Lo traffic.
Different kinds of liquid chemicals can be handled in special berths.
Forklifts: 138 forklifts, capacity 2 tons – 16 tons.
STEVEDORES: 24 hours’ notice to Agent recommended.
Rauma Stevedoring Oy Ltd. Tel: ␣358 (2) 83121. Fax: ␣358 (2)
831-2444. Telex: 65113 GRUHE FI.
Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.raumastevedoring.fi
MEDICAL: Advance notice recommended if possible. Hospital available.
TANKERS: See ‘‘Berthing’’.
Storage: Total storage in the port is 563,616 cu.m.
Oy Teboil AB 200,000 cu.m. Rauma-Repola Oy 280,000 cu.m. Both
storage facilities are underground. Satatankki 37,000 cu.m.
Operators: Teboil Oy AB/Sudmen Petrooli Oy, Ruokluodonkatu 2, 26100
Rauma. Tel: ␣358 (2) 824-1223. Mobile: ␣358 (40) 510-0403.
Fax: ␣358 (2) 822-6212.
Satatankki Oy, Rauman Satama, 26100 Rauma. Tel: ␣358 (2)
822-6393. Mobile: ␣358 (40) 0222-211, 551-6679. Fax: ␣358 (2)
822-6269. Email: [email protected]
Other operators of storage facilities in the port are:
Aspokem Oy, Rauman Satama, 26100 Rauma. Tel: ␣358 (2)
822-0933. Fax: ␣358 (2) 822-6933. Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.aspokem.fi
Chemec Oy AB, Petajaksen Satama, 26100 Rauma. Tel: ␣358 (2)
822-5780. Fax: ␣358 (2) 822-5781.
Also see ‘‘Cargo Handling Facilities – Storage’’.
Ballast: Facilities available for dirty ballast.
DENSITY: 1004 – 1003.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water available on any quay. Charges
depending on amount taken. An extra fee is charged if tug is used.
FUEL: Fuel brought by tank-trucks.
CONSULS: Denmark and Sweden.
REPAIRS: All types available.
DRY DOCKS: Aker Finnyards Oy: Dry dock 280 m. ␺ 80 m. ␺ 10 m.
Movable electric cranes: 3␺150 tons and 1␺80 tons.
SURVEYORS: SGS Inspection Services Oy. (chemical surveys).
Tel: ␣358 (2) 241-177. Fax: ␣358 (2) 222-332.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available if wanted. Watchmen
supplied by private company.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Performed by ship’s crew or by
Stevedores at request of ship.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Ship’s Agent will advise quantities.
CARGO GEAR: At Central Quay and Petajas Quay shore gear
available. Other quays mobile gear or ship’s gear.
REPATRIATION: Repatriation and signing on or off.
AIRPORT: Pori Airport 50 km. away. Regular connections.
TIME: Local time is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich (Long. 30␥ E.). GMT
plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: See ‘‘Turku’’.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Public emergency (Ambulance, Police,
and Fire alarm) 112, spare: 8220522, Police also 10022.
TELEPHONES: Oil quay, Laitsaari Quay and Iso-Hakuni Quay.
SERVICES: Compass adjusting facilities and compass adjusters.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Normally no identification card needed but
Passport or Seaman’s Book preferable.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage disposal services are provided by the
mooring men and their use is compulsory. Garbage bins for large
amounts of rubbish are to be found on the quays and marked with
‘‘garbage’’.
Bins available throughout 24 hours.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Oily ballast, tank washing water, bilge water.
Operating companies: Call your Agent.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Seamen’s Club is near Ro/Ro Berth No. 2. Open
on workdays 1700 hrs. – 2100 hrs. and on Saturdays between 1400 hrs.
– 1700 hrs.
Following services available: Canteen, international telephone, reading
room, information, billiards, etc.Tel: ␣358 (2) 822-7308. Fax: ␣358 (2)
822-7063. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.merimiekirkko.fi
DELAYS: No delays in berthing, loading and discharging weather
permitting.
DEVELOPMENTS: New warehouses and storage fields under
construction.
AUTHORITY: Port of Rauma Authority, Hakunintie 19, FIN-26100
Rauma, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (2) 834-4712. FAX: ␣358 (2) 822-6369.
Email: [email protected]: www.portofrauma.com
Contact: Hannu Asumalahti, Port Director (Mobile: ␣358 (50)
303-9700. Email: [email protected]). Harri Virta, Assistant
Director (Tel: ␣358 (2) 834-4708. Mobile: ␣358 (50) 303-9701.
Email: [email protected]). Esa Vuori, Harbour Master
(Email: [email protected]).
SAIMAA CANAL: 60.34 N. 28.20 E. (See Plan)
APPROACHES: Approach Channels: The canal can be reached from
the international waters of the Gulf of Finland through an approach
channel South of Someri. The channel passes the Island of Vihrevoi and
continues, at the Island of Malyj Vysotski, as the Vysotski-Viipuri
Channel, from which the approach channel departs at a distance of
10 km. from Malyj Vysotski. The length of the approach channel from
the point of departure to the Brusnitchnoe Lock is 14 km. The distance
from the international water area to the Island of Vihrevoi is 94.5 km.
and the length of the section Vihrevoi-Malyj Vysotski 12 km. The total
length of the channel from the territorial waters of Russia to the
Brusnitchnoe Lock is thus 131 km.
Fromthe territorial waters of Finland the canal may be reachedthrough
the so-called coastal channel starting from the Finnish border at the
island of Santio and joining the above sea channel at the Island of
Vihrevoi. The length of the channel from the border to Vihrevoi is 49 km.
and the overall length to the Brusnitchnoe Lock is 85.5 km. The channel
and its refuge harbours have been marked on the Russian sea charts
Nos. 1131 and 1132 and on Finnish charts Nos. 11 and 12. The coastal
channel may also be used by vessels of other nationalities.
Canal: The length of the canal on the Finnish side of the border is
23.3 km. and that of the part on the Russian side 19.6 km. The overall
length of the Saimaa Canal is thus 42.9 km. The average difference in
the height between Lake Saimaa and the Gulf of Finland is 75.6 m. The
canal has 8 locks, the heights of fall of which range between 5.54 m.
and 12.69 m. Earth transports will use the 7 moving bascule bridges and
the 6 stationary bridges across the canal.
NAVIGATION SEASON: The natural open water season of the Saimaa
Canal lasts on average 211 days. Since most vessels navigating in the
Canal have been strengthened and inspected for navigation in ice, a
season of navigation of ten months has lately been reached, the season
beginning in early April and ending in January.
The opening and closing of the season of navigation on the Canal is
decided each year by the Finnish and Russian Saimaa Canal Delegates.
The opening will be announced not later than 1 day before the opening
day and the closing not later than 7 days before the closing day.
During the season of navigation the Saimaa Canal and the other deep
channels are kept open 24 hours a day.
PILOTAGE: Use of Pilot is compulsory in Russian territory: Pilotage in
the Russian water area is carried out by the Russian Pilot Service.
Pilotage is needed when using the channel between Vihrevoi –
Brusnitchnoe. All vessels must use Pilot on this channel section.
Pilotage on the Saimaa Canal: Pilotage on the section Brusnitchnoe –
the lock of Malkia is carried out by canal pilots subordinated to the Inland
Waterways District. All vessels, excluding small Finnish vessels less than
25 m. in length, shall use a Pilot when proceeding through the Canal.
The Inland Waterways District may grant upon application to a Master
of a vessel the right to navigate a certain vessel on the Canal without
a Pilot provided that the Master of the vessel has passed an examination
required for the purpose.
Advance Notice: Pilot must be ordered 12 hours in advance of point of
receipt of Pilot. In navigation from the Gulf of Finland the Pilot must be
ordered from the Viipuri Section of Inflot 12 hours before the arrival at
the Vihrevou Pilot Station. The order must be checked 4 hours before
the start of the pilotage. To avoid excessive work by the Pilot Service
and to eliminate delays special attention is to be paid to the accuracy
of the time the pilotage is to be started, particularly in the last notifications.
In navigation from the Lake Saimaa the Pilot must be ordered from
the Canal Office 6 hours before entrance into the Canal. The order must
be checked two hours before the pilotage is to be started.
In navigation fromthe Gulf of Finland a Canal Pilot need not beordered
separately. Similarly, a Russian Pilot for the approach channel need not
be ordered separately when the vessel proceeds from Lake Saimaa.
Pilotage in the water system of Saimaa: Pilotage in the water systemof
Saimaa is carried out by Pilots of the Inland Waterways District. The
order for Pilots shall be made 6 hours before the start of the pilotage to
the Pilot Stations of Lake Saimaa.
MAX. SIZE: The canal can be used by vessels with dimensions not
exceeding the following:
Length 82.5 m.
Beam 12.8 m.
Draft 4.35 m.
Height of mast 24.5 m.
The draft of a vessel in tow, however, shall not exceed 4.5 m. For
vessels larger than those mentioned above, a permit for navigation on
the canal may be granted upon application to the Inland Waterways
District.
The permit may contain regulations concerning the structure or
equipment of the vessel or special provisions pertaining to navigation of
the vessel on the canal such as good manoeuvrability, liability to wait
or speed restrictions.
The Inland Waterways District may also grant a vessel or equipment
with slightly larger dimensions, carrying exceptional cargo, a Trip Let
Pass for one passage through the canal.
The Rules and Regulations for Traffic on the Saimaa Canal also
contain more detailed directions – among others on the permissible
dimensions of vessels in tow and timber rafts using the open canal
sections.
NEW VESSELS: When designing new vessels, to be used also in traffic
through the Saimaa Canal, the designers are advised to consult the
main dimensions and the structure of the vessels with the Inland
Waterways District. The conditions of navigation in the canal depend,
first of all, on manoeuvrability, though certain other factors are also
important.
MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE SPEED AND TIME OF PASSAGE: The
highest permissible speed on the actual channel of the Saimaa Canal
is 9 km./hr. for vessels with a draft greater than 3.9 m. For vessels
navigating on lesser drafts the speed is graduated within the limits of 9
– 15 km./hr. depending on the draft. In the lake parts of the Canal the
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highest permissible speed varies between 15 – 18 km./hr. depending on
the size of the vessel. Detailed regulations available from the Canal
Office. The time of passage through the part of the Canal provided with
locks (mouth of the Canal on Lake Saimaa – Lock of Brusnitchnoe) is
5 – 8 hours depending on waiting time at locks caused by heavy traffic
volumes, and on size of vessels.
SIGNS AND SIGNAL LIGHTS: The sign system of the approach
channel of the Saimaa Canal, the canal and the channels on Lake
Saimaa is adequate to ensure safe navigation throughout the day, also
at night and in poor visibility.
The approach channel is provided with beacons, light buoys and signs
in accordance with the Lateral System. The signs have been erected
by Russian authorities. The illumination and the signalisation systems
of the Saimaa Canal are based on the same principles with beacons
and signs, but in the signal systemof the canal, sign lanterns, signboards,
line markers, water traffic signs and radar reflectors have been used.
The colour of sign lanterns is orange on the West bank and green on
the East bank of the canal. In marking of the lake channels of Saimaa
according to the Cardinal and Lateral System, leading and warninglights,
light buoys, range beacons, landmarks and signs have been used.
VHF: The Pilot radiotelephone network covers all stationary
radiotelephone equipment at all locks, at Pilot Stations and in the Traffic
Office at Mustola as well as portable radiotelephone apparatus used by
canal Pilots. The radiotelephone equipment of the canal Pilots operate
on Channel 11 of the international marine radio. The telephone of the
Brusnitchnoe Lock and the Lock of Malkia and the radio telephone in
the Traffic Office of the canal are also provided with a general calling
and safety Channel 16.
When approaching from the sea the vessel makes a radio contact
with the Brusnitchnoe Lock by using Channel 11. After this all radio
communications required by navigation on the canal also use
Channel 11. On Lake Saimaa, radio communications move over to
Channel 13 on which the traffic office of the Saimaa Canal and the Pilot
Station of Lauritsala are also able to operate.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
BERTHING: PORTS OF LAKE SAIMAA:
Lappeenranta: Also see ‘‘General – Useful Contact Telephone
Numbers’’.
Located at the Northern end of the Saimaa Canal.
Authority: City of Lappeenranta Harbour Authority, Kipparinkatu 1,
FIN-53100 Lappeenranta. Tel: ␣358 (5) 616-6073. Fax: ␣358 (5)
616-6075. Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.laappeenranta.fi Contact: Juha Willberg, Port Director
(Tel: ␣358 (5) 616-2004).
Port of Mustola: Located 1.0 km. from Mustola Lock to the South. Room
for 7 ships; max. size of the Canal. Railway connection. Terminal stores
of 28,000 sq.m., paved storage yard of 65,000 sq.m. and unpaved
storage yard of 40,000 sq.m. Electricity, fresh water, services, etc.,
available.
Authority: City of Lappeenranta Harbour Authority. Tel: ␣358 (5)
458-5197. Fax: ␣358 (5) 458-5247. WWW: www.lappeenranta.fi
Contact: Raimo Tiitinen, Harbour Master (Tel: ␣358 (400) 558-517).
Port of Kaukas: Located 1.5 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the
West.
Authority: UPM-Kymmene, Kaukas Mills, FIN-53200 Lappeenranta.
Tel: ␣358 (204) 15161. Fax: ␣358 (204) 15160.
WWW: www.laappeenranta.fi
Room for 2 ships; max. size of the Canal. Pilotage distance from the
Canal 3 miles.
Joutseno: Located 20 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the East.
Port of Honkalahti: Authority: Honkalahden Teollisuuslaituri Oy,
c/o Saimaa Terminals AB, Lastaajanvayla 1, FIN-53420 Lappeenranta.
Tel: ␣358 (5) 544-1700. Fax: ␣358 (5) 544-1750.
Room for one ship; max. size of the Canal. Paved storage yard of
3,000 sq.m. Pilotage distance from the Canal 14 miles.
Port of Pulp: Authority: Oy Metsa-Botnia AB, Joutseno Pulp, FIN-54120
Pulp. Tel: ␣358 (104) 66-5499. Fax: ␣358 (104) 66-5229.
Room for one ship; max. size of the Canal. Paved storage yard of
9,000 sq.m. Pilotage distance from the Canal 13 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Imatra: Located 44 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the East.
Port of Vuoksi: Authority: Stora Enso OYJ, FIN-55800 Imatra, c/o
Saimaa Terminals AB, Lastaajanvayla 1, FIN-53420 Lappeenranta.
Tel: ␣358 (5) 544-1700. Fax: ␣358 (5) 544-1750.
Room for 3 ships; max. size of the Canal. Terminal stores of
37,000 sq.m. Paved storage yard of 30,000 sq.m. Railway connection.
Fresh water, services, etc., available. Pilotage distance from the Canal
24 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Ristiina: Located 91 km. from the entrance of the Canal to Northwest.
Port of Ristiina: Authority: Schauman Wood Oy, Pellos Mills, FIN-52300
Ristiina. Tel: ␣358 (204) 15173. Fax: ␣358 (204) 15172.
Room for one ship; max. size of the Canal. Paved storage yard of
5,000 sq.m. Pilotage distance from the Canal 49 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Savonlinna: Located 155 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the
North.
Port of Savonlinna: Authority: The City of Savonlinna, Olavinkatu 27,
FIN-57130 Savonlinna. Tel: ␣358 (15) 571-4583. Fax: ␣358 (15)
571-4579. WWW: www.finnports.com Contact: Iiro Airo, Harbour Master
(Tel: ␣358 (500) 659-615. Email: [email protected]).
Room for one ship; max. size of the Canal. Paved storage yard of
6,000 sq.m. and unpaved storage yard of 5,000 sq.m. Railway
connection. Water, services, etc., available. Pilotage distance from the
Canal 84 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Joensuu: Located 348 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the North.
Port of Joensuu: Authority: The City of Joensuu, Harbour Office,
Ukonniemen Syvasatama, FIN-80220 Joensuu. Tel: ␣358 (13)
267-3545. Fax: ␣358 (13) 267-3548. WWW: www.finnports.com
Contact: Matti Linervo, Harbour Manager (Tel: 358 (13) 267-3546.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.jns.fi/satama).
Room for 5 ships; max. size of the Canal. Terminal stores of
18,000 sq.m. Paved storage yard of 25,000 sq.m. and unpaved storage
yard of 60,000 sq.m. Water, services, etc., available. Railway
connection. Pilotage distance from the entrance of the Canal 166 miles.
Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Kitee: Located 270 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the North.
Port of Puhos: Authority: Puhoksen Satama Oy, FIN-82430 Puhos.
Tel: ␣358 (13) 682311. Fax: ␣358 (13) 682-3227.
Room for one ship; max. size of the Canal. Terminal store of
3,200 sq.m. and paved storage yard of 5,000 sq.m. Water, services, etc.,
available. Pilotage distance from the Canal 147 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Varkaus: Located 221 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the North.
Authority: City of Varkaus, Harbour Office, P.O.Box 208, FIN-78201
Varkaus. Tel: ␣358 (17) 579-411. Fax: ␣358 (17) 579-4641.
WWW: www.finnports.fi Contact: Teuvo Pitkanen, Harbour Manager
(Tel: ␣358 (17) 579-4616. Email: [email protected]).
Port of Akonniemi: Room for 2 ships; max. size of the Canal. Railway
connection. Paved storage yard of 4,000 sq.m. and unpaved storage
yard of 5,600 sq.m. Water, services, etc., available. Pilotage distance
from the entrance of the Canal 123 miles.
Port of Taipale: Room for 2 ships; max. size of the Canal. Terminal store
of 600 sq.m. and paved storage yard of 3,000 sq.m. Water, services,
etc., available. Pilotage distance from the Canal 125 miles.
Port of Kosulanniemi: Authority: Enso Oy, P.O.Box 185, FIN-78261
Varkaus. Tel: ␣358 (204) 6120. Fax: ␣358 (204) 632102.
Room for 3 ships (one quay for raw timber); max. size of the Canal.
Railway connection. Terminal store of 3,100 sq.m. and paved storage
yard of 5,000 sq.m. Pilotage distance from the Canal 126 miles. Mobile
cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Kuopio: Located 300 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the North.
Authority: City of Kuopio, Harbour Office, Tulliportinkatu 52, FIN-70100
Kuopio. Tel: ␣358 (17) 185191. Fax: ␣358 (17) 185196.
WWW: www.finnports.com Contact: Lauri Ruotsalainen, Harbour
Manager (Email: [email protected]).
Port of Kumpusalmi: Room for 3 ships (one quay for tankers); max. size
of the Canal. Railway connection. Terminal store of 2,500 sq.m., sawn
goods shed of 800 sq.m. Paved storage yard of 23,000 sq.m. and
unpaved storage yard of 34,000 sq.m. Water, services, etc., available.
Pilotage distance from the Canal 168 miles. Mobile cranes.
Stevedores: Working hours (Monday to Friday) 0700 hrs. – 2300 hrs.
Port of Kelloniemi: Authority: Oy Esso AB, Kelloniemi, FIN-70460
Kuopio.
Room for one tanker; max. size of the Canal.
Siilinjarvi: Located 333 km. from the entrance of the Canal to the North.
Two small quays owned by Kemira Phosphates, Tel: ␣358 (10)
861215, Fax: ␣358 (10) 862-6000; and Oy Partek Industrials Minerals
AB, Tel: ␣358 (17) 464-3200, Fax: ␣358 (17) 464-3162.
Ships can be max. size of the Canal, but draft can be 4.2 m.
GENERAL: Useful Contact Telephone Numbers:
Lock Tel: ␣358
Brusnitchnoen (20) 448 3349
Iskrovkan (20) 448 3349
Cvetotchnoen (20) 448 3345
Ilistoen (20) 448 3345
Pallin (20) 448 3345
Soskuan (20) 448 3343
Mustolan (20) 448 3342
Malkian (20) 448 3341
Bridge
Kansola Bascule (20) 448 3343
AUTHORITY: Finnish Maritime Administration, Inland Waterways
District, SF-53420 Lappeenranta, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (204) 4830.
FAX: ␣358 (204) 483110.
Finnish Maritime Administration, P.O. Box 171, 00181 Helsinki,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (204) 4840. FAX: ␣358 (204) 484355.
Finnish Ports Association. WWW: www.finnports.com
The Viipuri Section of Inflot. Tel: Viipuri 52-01. Telex: 64121521.
Cables: Inflot, Viipuri.
TOLKKINEN (Tolkis): 60.20 N. 25.35 E.
APPROACHES: Max. draft of fairway from sea to roads 15.0 m., and
from Roads to quay 7.0 m.
PILOTAGE: Ordering of Pilot: Pilot has to be ordered from Helsinki VTS
(Tel: ␣358 (204) 485381 or VHF Channels 13, 71, 16).
Requesting times: Advance notice 24 hours before arrival and
confirmation 6 hours and 3 hours prior to arrival. Pilot boards between
Kalbadagrund and Porvoo Lighthouse. Pilotage distance to port 22miles.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Several tugs available from oil harbour.
BERTHING: Tolkis North Quay, depth 8.0 m. Tolkis South Quay, depth
6.0 m. Oil Harbour (See ‘‘Porvoo’’).
CRANES: Tolkis South Quay equipped with 1 movable crane. Lifting
capacity 2.5 tons with grab and 5 tons with hook. Several mobile cranes
up to 70 tons available for hire.
STEVEDORES: Working hours from 0700 – 1600 hrs. 3 gangs available
Monday to Friday. On Saturday only 1 gang on overtime.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water available. Rate 8 t.p.h.
FUEL: Small quantity available by tanker.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage containers are provided alongsidethe
vessel.
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See guidelines on how to compile and submit information to us (page vi). 861
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Possible by tanker trucks if ordered in
advance through the Agent.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
AUTHORITY: Oy Borga Stuveri AB, PO Box 40, 06101 Borga,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (19) 577530. After office hours: ␣358 (19)
524-3952. FAX: ␣358 (19) 577285. Contact: Captain Christer
Lindstrom. (Car Tel: ␣358 400-555811).
TORNIO: 65.51 N. 24.09 E. (See Plan)
LOCATION: The harbour of Tornio in Roytta is situated about 6 miles
S.W. of Tornio. The port is a public port.
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists.
2 Provisions Lists.
Passenger List.
One set of Bills of Lading, Ship’s Papers, Health Documents.
PILOTAGE: Ajos Pilot Station VHF Channels 16 and 13. Pilot to betaken
on board by lighthouse ‘‘Kemi 2’’ in position 65␥ 30.3' N., 24␥ 22.5' E.,
10 miles from Ajos.
ANCHORAGES: See ‘‘Kemi’’.
MAX. SIZE: At same time there can be 3 vessels of 90 m. – 160 m.
length and one LPG vessel, draft 8.0 m. alongside the main quay.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Tugs are only available during Winter. If they are needed in
Summer, they can be ordered from Kemi (12 hours before arrival).
BERTHING: Depths alongside 7.10 m. – 8.00 m.
CRANES: 36 ton crane with container facilities; mobile craneof 200 tons;
5␺80 tons and 5␺40 tons quay cranes.
STEVEDORES: Ordered by Agent (Telex 35 – 12 Kandi Fi). Agent must
be given 24 hours ETA. Normal working time 0700 – 1100 hrs., 1200 –
1600 hrs. and 1600 – 2400 hrs. (Two shifts).
DENSITY: Fresh water.
FRESH WATER: Available by pipeline.
FUEL: Ordinary fuel by lorries from Kemi.
CONSULS: Sweden Tel. (9) 698-433700.
REPAIRS: No docks but accommodation for small repairs.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: By the ship’s crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 1 litre spirits, 1 litre wine, 2 litres beer and
200 cigarettes.
AIRPORT: At Kemi, 20 km. from Tornio; served by Finnair.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Tel: 112. Salvage Tel: (16) 82074.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Normal garbage service available.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Service available.
AUTHORITY: Tornion Satamakonttori, City Hall, 95400 Tornio,
Finland. Tel: ␣358 (16) 447419.
Email: [email protected]: ␣358 (16) 447436.
Contact: M. Pajunen, Harbour Master.
TURKU (Abo): 60.26 N. 22.13 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
Customs:
1 Crew List.
1 Passenger List.
1 Stores List.
1 Provisions List.
1 Crew Personal Effects List.
1 Cargo List.
1 Narcotics List.
1 Arms & Ammunition List.
Immigration: For cruise ships only.
1 Crew List.
1 Passenger List.
Ship’s forms are acceptable.
To be shown:
International Tonnage Certificate.
Seaman’s Books and Passports.
Finnish Ice-Class Certificate (if any on board).
Finnish Tonnage Due Receipt (if any on board).
Finnish Annual Fairway Dues Receipt (if any on board).
PILOTAGE: Telegram to Agent with 24 hours ETA to sea Pilot Station.
There are 4 entrances:
Uto: Fairway 10 m.
Nyhamn: 9.0 m.
Isokari-Enskar: 9.0 m.
Hanko: 7.5 m.
Lighthouse and Pilot (both have radar) on VHF Channels 16 and 13.
Pilot can also be ordered via Turku Radio on VHF Channel 16.
Archipelago VTS on VHF Channel 71 (See ‘‘VTS’’).
All fairways sheltered. No tide. Channel to main harbour 10 m., to
Pansio Harbour 9.0 m.
When passing Rajakari Lighthouse (Lat. 60␥ 22.66' N.,
Long. 22␥ 05.99' E.), call ‘‘Turku Port Control’’ on VHF Channel 12.
Harbour pilot cutter uses same channel when on duty. Pilot cutters
painted red with white circular field marked ‘‘L’’ on the bows. Flying flag
in daylight, showing red and white lights vertically at night. The boarding
place is agreed with the Harbour Pilot shortly before boarding.
All ships arriving from sea will get necessary information from Sea
Pilot, whose service is compulsory. Harbour Pilot not compulsory.
Sea Pilots and Traffic Service: Archipelago VTS: Tel: ␣358 (20) 448
6521. Email: [email protected]
West Coast VTS: Tel: ␣358 (20) 448 6645.
Turku Pilot: Tel: ␣358 (20) 448 6500. Email: [email protected]
Turku Radio: Tel: ␣358 (20) 448 6400.
Harbour Pilots: Turku Port Control: Tel. ␣358 (2) 267-4122. Fax: ␣358
(2) 267-4124. Email: [email protected]
ANCHORAGES: Outer anchorage at Bay of Airisto, 2 miles from Port,
15 m. – 18 m.
MAX. SIZE: Maximum draft in the Commercial Harbour 11.0 m. fresh
water. In the Oil Harbour 9.0 m. in fresh water. Max. length 250 m. and
breadth of minor importance. Larger vessels may be accepted after
consultation with the Harbour Master. No tides.
HEALTH: Ask Agent for details.
VHF: See ‘‘VTS’’.
VTS: For vessels bound for Turku and Naantali.
Archipelago VTS in Finland operates 24 hours.
Full information available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
The Archipelago VTS area consists of two sectors as follows:
Sector 1: From VTS border at Uto Island to Turku and Naantali Harbours
along the 10.0 m. and 13.0 m. main fairways, through reporting points
shown in area map (Not reproduced):
Fairway Uto – Turku/Naantali 10.0 m. Reporting Points: 1, 2, 3, 4
and 5.
Fairway Uto – Naantali 13.0 m. Reporting Points: 1, 2, 6, 7, 4 and 5.
Sector 2: From (a) VTS border at Isokari Island to intersection point
Lovskar along the 9.0 m. and 10.0 m. main fairways, and (b) between
Isokari Island and Uusikaupunki Harbour, along the 4.5 m., 7.0 m., 9.0 m.
and 10.0 m. main fairways, through reporting points shown in area map
(Not reproduced):
(a) Isokari Island to Lovskar 9.0 m., 10.0 m. Reporting Points: 13, 12,
11 and 10.
(b) Isokari Island to Uusikaupunki 4.5 m., 7.0 m., 9.0 m., 10.0 m.
Reporting Points: 13 and 14.
Communications: When navigating in the Archipelago VTS area, all
vessels shall keep continuous listening watch on VHF Channel 71.
Information Service: The Information service is provided by broadcasting
information at regular intervals or when deemed necessary by the VTS
or at the request of a vessel, and may include for example reports on
the position, identity and intentions of other traffic; waterway conditions;
weather; hazards; or any other factors that may influence the vessel’s
transit.
Navigation Assistance Service: The navigational assistance service is
especially of importance in difficult navigational or meteorological
circumstances or in case of defects or deficiencies. This service is
normally rendered at request of a vessel or by the VTS when deemed
necessary.
Traffic Organisation Service: Traffic organisation concerns the
operational management of the traffic and the forward planning of vessel
movements to prevent congestion and dangerous situations and as
particularly relevant in times of high traffic density or when the movement
of special transports may effect the flow of other traffic. The service may
also include establishing and operating a system of traffic clearances of
VTS passage plans or both in relation to the priority of movements, the
allocation of space, mandatory reporting of movements in the VTS area,
routes to be followed, speed limits to be observed or other appropriate
measures which are considered necessary by the VTS Authority.
The VTS is authorised to issue instructions when necessary for the
safe navigation of vessels within its area. These instructions do not
encroach for safe navigation, or disturb the traditional relationship
between Master and Pilot.
VTS and Pilotage Procedures: Pilotage is compulsory as per the Finnish
Pilotage Act (Harbour Pilotage not compulsory as a rule).
Ships for which pilotage is compulsory are reminded of the decision:
Pilot requisition times issued by the Finnish National Board of Navigation
on 21st December 1993, Circular 5/1.1.1994.
Call Sign: ‘‘TURKU PILOT’’.
Information required: IMO (International Maritime Organisation) SSRS
(Standard Ship Reporting System) items: Alpha, Bravo, India, Oscar,
Papa and Quebec, via VHF Channel 13. Tel: ␣358 (204) 486500.
Fax: ␣358 (204) 486533 (Turku Radio). 486434 (Archipelago VTS).
Advance Report: To be made 2 hours before entering the VTS area.
Entry Report: To be made at the border of the VTS area.
Information required: IMO SSRS items: Alpha, Delta, Echo and
Foxtrot.VHF Channel 71.
TUGS: Advisable to apply for tugs in advance. Several tugs available.
Alfons Hakans. Tel: ␣358 (2) 515500. Fax: ␣358 (2) 251-5873.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.aalfonshakans.fi
BERTHING: Priority given to arriving and departing passenger ships on
regular lines.
Port operates in compliance with ISO 9002 and ISO 14001 standards.
Intermodal harbours with main channel depth 10.0 m. 13 Ro-Ro berths.
Total quay length 5 km.
Detailed brochure on application (See ‘‘Authority’’).
Passenger Harbour: 5 Ro-Ro berths. Total quay length 1,500 m. Berth
depth 6.0 m. – 10.0 m. Total area 148,000 sq.m.
Services: 3 restaurants; hotel with 170 beds; 2 taxi ranks; regular bus
services to city centre; 720 car parking places; railway station and long
distance bus station.
Security camera surveillance and control.
Linnanaukko: Located North of Passenger Harbour specialises in
handling unitised cargoes by road or rail and train ferries to Stockholm.
2 track gauges in port areas to accommodate both national and
international rail traffic.
2 Ro-Ro berths: Quay length 800 m. Berth depth 7.5 m. – 10.0 m.
68,200 sq.m. storage area of which 21,000 sq.m. is privately owned.
Truck terminals. Full road/rail intermodal transfer facilities.
Security camera surveillance and control.
West Harbour: Completely fenced in terminal area for container and
Ro-Ro traffic.
5 Ro-Ro berths. Quay length 1,050 m. Berth depth 8.5 m. – 10.0 m.
33,500 sq.m. storage area of which 8,000 sq.m. is privately owned. 4 km.
railtrack.
3␺6 tons, 1␺40 tons and 1␺60 tons multi-purpose crane.
1␺40/48 tons container crane.
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Container terminal and depot has IMDG class storage capacity and
heating/cooling container connections. Security camera surveillanceand
control.
Operator: Finnsteve Oy Ab. Tel: ␣358 (10) 233-7420. Fax: ␣358 (10)
233-7429. Email: [email protected] WWW: www.finnsteve.fi
Free Zone Area: 20 ha. maintained by the Free Zone Company. Field
area 200,000 sq.m. Storage facilities 22,000 sq.m. with areas for cooling,
cool and warm storage.
PDI service for import trade vehicles.
Ovako Area: Close to Free Zone Area, 37 ha. with field area
370,000 sq.m. and 17,100 sq.m. privately owned storage facilities. Good
road and rail connections with construction land available.
Pansio Harbour: The oil harbour area was renovated in 1996 to high
technical specification. Daily ferry services with railship, truck and trailer
traffic connections. Train ferries offer daily connections to Travemunde.
Good road and rail connections to other parts of Finland.
Train Ferry Harbour: 1 ␣ 1 Ro-Ro berth. Berth depth 9.0 m. Storage
facilities 10,100 sq.m. Field area 260,000 sq.m. withIMDGclass storage.
6.5 km. European track gauge, 4.3 km. Finnish track gauge.
Bogie changing, data-based registration.
Security camera surveillance and control.
Oil Harbour: See ‘‘Tankers’’.
CRANES:
No. Capacity Type
(tons)
8 6 Movable
1 60 Movable
1 40 Multi-purpose, movable
1 40/48 Gantry crane, movable
STEVEDORES: Agent should be well informed about ETA and Master’s
Requirements. Normal working hours: 0630 hrs. – 1030 hrs., 1100 hrs.
– 1500 hrs., 1500 hrs. – 2300 hrs.. Saturdays and days preceding public
holidays 0700 hrs. – 1530 hrs. The Harbour Office: 0830 hrs. – 1600 hrs.
(Port Control: 24 hours). Saturdays and days preceding public holidays
closed.
MEDICAL: All medical and hospital facilities available. No special
requirements regarding inoculations, etc.
TANKERS: Pansio Oil Harbour: Fire wires required fore and aft. Small
slop discharge facilities. 1 berth, depth 9.0 m.
Storage Capacity:
Du Pont Jet 20,000 cu.m.
Esso 31,900 cu.m.
Satatankki 20,500 cu.m.
Primalco 9,960 cu.m.
Turun Tankki 2,500 cu.m.
Suomen Petrooli 43,800 cu.m.
DENSITY: 1004.
FRESH WATER: From pipelines along berths.
FUEL: Most grades available by road tanker. No advance notice
necessary.
CONSULS: The following countries are represented by Consuls or
Vice-Consuls in Turku: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany,
Greece, Honduras, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Spain,
Sweden and United Kingdom.
REPAIRS: All types of repairs possible.
DRY DOCKS: Graving dock: Length 183 m.␺25.6 m.␺8.3 m.
Owner: Turku Repair Yard Ltd. Tel: ␣358 (2) 338711. Fax: ␣358
(2)338-7250. Telex: 62484 Try SF.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Gangways to be rigged out so that
they do not obstruct quay crane movements. Watchmen customary, but
not necessarily hired.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: By ship’s crew.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: 200 cigarettes and 1 litre of spirits.
REPATRIATION: Good connections everywhere.
AIRPORT: 10 km. from port, domestic and European flights.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day (January 1st); Good Friday; Easter Bank
Holiday; May 1st; Midsummer Day; All Saints’ Day; Independence Day
(December 6th); Christmas Day; (December 25th); Boxing Day
(December 26th).
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: General emergency Tel: 112. Police
Tel: 10022.
TELEPHONES: Ships’ telephones available.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Service available. Charges: 0.03 €/n.r.t.
Vessels must submit a report ‘‘Notification of Ship-GeneratedWaste’’,
24 hours prior to arrival. Form can be downloaded from
WWW: www.port.turku.fi (Click ‘‘Information’’ then ‘‘Brochures and
Forms’’).
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Ekoport Turku Oy in Pansio Oil Harbour takes
waste oil and bilge water only. Charges 0.08 €/n.r.t.
Also see ‘‘Garbage Disposal’’.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS:
Finnish Seaman’s Service. Tel: ␣358 (2) 230-4995.
Seamen’s Mission of Turku. Tel: ␣358 (2) 230-3940.
GENERAL: Ice-breakers maintain Winter traffic.
DEVELOPMENTS: Control access system under construction within the
port area (April 2002).
AUTHORITY: Port of Turku, Linnankatu 90, FIN-20100 Turku, Finland.
Tel: ␣358 (2) 267-4111. FAX: ␣358 (2) 267-4125.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.port.turku.fi
Contact: Captain Kari Koski, Harbour Master (Tel: ␣358 (2) 267-4123.
Email: [email protected]). Captain Kari Riutta, Deputy Harbour
Master (Tel: ␣358 (2) 267-4199. Mobile: ␣358 (50) 553-3108.
Email: [email protected]).
UUSIKAUPUNKI: 60.48 N. 21.24 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
Agent will prepare during clearance:
2 Ship’s Reports.
1 Declaration List, Arrival (Board of Navigation).
1 Declaration List, Departure (Board of Navigation).
To be prepared before Arrival:
2 Provision Lists (own provision of the ship).
2 Special Lists (must be signed by each member of the crew).
2 Crew Lists.
Bill of Admeasurement.
Certificate of Registry.
Ice-class Certificate (during Winter, 1st December – 30th April,
issued by hull surveyor).
Bill of Lights (issued by Customs).
APPROACHES: 3 fairways lead to harbour through sheltering
archipelago; Uto-Uusikaupunki, 78 miles; Isokari-Uusikaupunki,
13 miles; Kylmapihlaja-Uusikaupunki, 24 miles.
Good sheltered anchorage in the roads. Depth of fairways 10.0 m.
PILOTAGE: Embark Pilot at Isokari or Uto Pilot Stations. Distance
through archipelago Isokari-Uusikaupunki 13 miles, Uto-Uusikaupunki
78 miles. Under normal circumstances first fairway recommended.
During Winter months, if ice-situation difficult in Gulf of Bothnia, traffic
goes via Uto.
Both Pilot Stations equipped with Channels 16 and 24, VHF
duplex-Channels 18, 20 or 22 and radar. Pilot-boat red, with letter ‘‘L’’
and fitted with VHF Channels 13 and 16. Pilot boards usually between
Sandback-Isokari, to where ‘‘Hauteri’’ light leads in line 134.5␥ –
314.5␥ (T). Notice of ETA at least 4 hours prior reaching station.
Tel: ␣358 (2) 0448-6621. Fax: ␣358 (2) 0448-6622.
ANCHORAGES: Many areas of safe anchorages in Archipelago. Pilot
advises.
RESTRICTIONS: No entry restrictions. No tide. During North and East
winds sea-level can fall about 40 cm. below normal, which may
sometimes delay deep loaded vessels reaching port.
HEALTH: Pratique not necessary. In the event of any disease/fever on
board or in last port of departure, vessel has to inform before arrival,
hoist quarantine-flags, or in darkness 2 lights, red light above white,
showing all round horizon.
VHF: See ‘‘Pilotage’’ and ‘‘VTS’’.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: 2 available; normally tugs join vessel at port, ship’s lines used.
Alfons Hakans Ltd. Tel: ␣358 (2) 842-1256.
BERTHING: Kemira Quay: 340 m. long, owned by fertiliser factory
Kemira Oy, has depth 10 m. alongside, two 8 ton cranes, two discharging
pipes, one for discharging ammonia at minus 32␥C and one for sulphur
acid. Discharging capacity depending material 140-170 tons/hour/crane
and loading/discharging bags 45-50 tons/hour/crane.
Esso Quay: 40 m. long, owned by Oy Esso AB, depth in channel and
alongside 5 m. Terminal is used for discharging LP gas.
Telakka Quay: 140 m. long, owned by Uudenkaupungin Tyovene Oy,
has depth alongside 5 m.
Hepokari Pier: 3 quays, total length 450 m. Channel and alongsidedepth
8.5 m. There is a terminal for Ro-Ro traffic.
Also see ‘‘Developments’’.
STEVEDORES: Available. Contact Agent.
Stevedoring and Terminal Services: Newstewe Oy. Tel: ␣358 (2)
844-1800. Fax: ␣358 (2) 844-1801.
Email: [email protected]
Newmark Oy. Tel: ␣358 (2) 8414-990. Fax: ␣358 (2) 8414-940.
Email: [email protected]
MEDICAL: Hospital facilities, vaccination, certificates, etc., available.
Contact Agent.
TANKERS: For discharging and loading liquid ammonia – Marine
Loading arm ‘‘Luceat/Chicksan, Type RCMA’’ 8 in., ASA 300.
DENSITY: No tide, density 1004.
FRESH WATER: Water-hoses, about 20 t.p.h.
FUEL: Fuel available, contact Agent.
CONSULS: None.
REPAIRS: All types of deck and engine repairs possible.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not necessary.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CERTIFICATES: All certificates according to International Convention
for the Safety of Life at Sea, Class Certificate, etc.
CARGO GEAR: No additional requirements.
REPATRIATION: Facilities exist for effecting crew changes and
arranging any necessary repatriations.
AIRPORT: Distance to Turku Airport about 90 km. Airport is served by
regular Airlines.
TIME: GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: Official Holidays are: New Year’s Day (January 1st); May
1st; Midsummer Day (Saturday between June 20th and June 26th);
Independence Day (December 6th). Usually no work on those days.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; Ambulance 112; Fire 112.
TELEPHONES: Available.
SHORE LEAVE: Crew members are allowed ashore.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not needed.
DEVELOPMENTS: Warehouse (2,000 sq.m.), ready Summer 2002.
AUTHORITY: Uusikaupunki Harbour Office, Satamantie 9,
PO Box 20, FIN-23500 Uusikaupunki, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (2)
8451-5299. FAX: ␣358 (2) 8451-5294. WWW: www.uusikaupunki.fi
Contact: Esa Soini, Harbour Master
(Email: [email protected]).
FINLAND
See guidelines on how to compile and submit information to us (page vi). 863
VAASA: 63.06 N. 21.36 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS:
3 Crew Lists.
3 Passenger Lists.
2 Customs Documents.
2 Health Documents.
5 Manifests.
5 Bills of Lading.
PILOTAGE: Pilot vessel not cruising in open sea. Pilot meets vessels
at boarding ground (63␥ 09.8' N., 20␥ 45.0' E.).
Pilots watching 24 hours on VHF Channels 16 and 13.
Pilot vessel: 30 ft. motor yacht with wheelhouse and radar. Hull red
all over with letter ‘‘L’’ painted on bow.
Harbour Pilot available from Vaasa Pilot Station Tel: ␣358 (204)
487610.
ANCHORAGES: To Pilot’s advice.
RESTRICTIONS: No locks. Fairway lit all the way. Depth of
Channel 9.0 m.
No tide, but water level may be reduced by up to 30 cm. in Spring
and early Summer, or increased by 30 cm. in Autumn.
MAX. SIZE: Depth alongside piers up to 9.0 m. At the Oil Harbour,
max. recommended LOA is 185 m., depth 9.0 m.
HEALTH: See ‘‘Documents’’ – no restrictions. Hospital and Doctor for
any purpose available.
VHF: VHF radios on Pilot Stations, harbour tug and Harbour Office.
Channels 16, 13 and 12.
VTS: Full information is available from WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
RADAR: No radar service in port area. Pilot vessels at sea Pilot Stations
equipped with radar.
TUGS: Harbour tug and icebreaker ‘‘Hercules’’ 1,200 h.p., 750 kW.
available 24 hours. Radio telephone/VHF available. Charge according
to size.
BERTHING: 2 piers of 180 m. length and the Reins Quay of
240 m. length. Depth 5.0 m. to 9.0 m. New Coal Quay length 145.9 m.,
depth 9.0 m. There are 3␺5 ton cranes on the South Pier.
The Ferry Pier, 130 m. and 145 m. length, depth alongside
5.5 m. – 6.5 m. with berths for Ro-Ro traffic (4 Ro-Ro ramps).
CRANES: 3␺5 tons and mobile cranes up to 250 tons.
STEVEDORES: ETA as usual according to C/P to Agent, etc.
MEDICAL: If serious illness advance notice to Agent necessary.
TANKERS: The Oil Harbour is at Vasklot. Depth alongside 9.0 m.
Tankers discharge through three arms of 500 mm. and 400 mm.
diameter. Storage capacity 500,000 cu.m.
DENSITY: 1004-1006. No tide.
FRESH WATER: Available, no limit. Direct from quay-side, rate
approximately 25 t.p.h.
FUEL: All grades available, direct from oil jetty or by truck to berth.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS: Dry cargo ships; no smoking in holds. Tankers:
usual restrictions. Tankers with petrol cargo not allowed to berth at dry
cargo piers.
CONSULS:
Belgium
Denmark
France
Iceland
Netherlands
Norway
Sweden
United Kingdom
REPAIRS: Nearest dry dock at Rauma.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Not compulsory, ship’s own crew can
be used.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: Normally carried out by crew.
CERTIFICATES:
Safety Equipment Certificate.
Stability Certificate.
Load Line Certificate.
Derrick and Hoisting Gear Test Certificate.
Derat Certificate.
Nationality Certificate.
Measurement Certificate.
Ice-class Bill.
CUSTOMS ALLOWANCES: Tobacco: Max. 200 cigarettes per man or
50 gm. of tobacco. Wine/Spirit: Maximum 1 bottle of each per man to
be opened and used on board only.
CARGO GEAR: Cargo gear test book to be in order – all gear to be
tested within a year otherwise risks for breaks in discharging/loading.
REPATRIATION: Can be carried out easily.
AIRPORT: Vaasa Airport (about 8 miles from town) served by regular
airlines, domestic and abroad, Stockholm, U.K., Continent, etc.
TIME: Local time GMT plus 2 hours. GMT plus 3 hours in Summer.
HOLIDAYS: Working hours in port: 0700 hrs. – 1100 hrs., 1200 hrs. –
1600 hrs. Monday to Friday, Saturday: 0700 hrs. – 1100 hrs. Sunday
free. Working days in port: Monday to Saturday. Working days ashore:
Usually Monday to Friday. All banks closed on Saturday. Shops open
all weekdays. Other holidays: 6th December; Independence Day;
Christmas; etc., as usual.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police 10022; General Emergency
No. 112.
TELEPHONES: Not available on board.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Not required.
GARBAGE DISPOSAL: Garbage can be disposed of into dustbins
which are provided on every quay. Plastic bags for this purpose can be
provided. Charges are made according to n.r.t. with a maximumcharge.
WASTE OIL DISPOSAL: Collection service available. Charges depend
on amount of oil in water. Contact Sailid Cistern Puts Oy, Erolf Wiitala.
Tel: ␣358 (6) 344-2000.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
DELAYS: Only Winter time when Government icebreaker is arranging,
waiting or assisting in outbound convoys of ships.
GENERAL: Ships approaching port of Vaasa in Winter time
(January-May) when sea area icebound, have to call any of Government
icebreakers operating in area or to inform Harbour Authorities of exact
ETA – engine power, size and nationality, and whether strengthened for
ice or not. Call signs, etc., for Government icebreaker can be obtained
from nearest coast radio station.
AUTHORITY: Port of Vaasa, P.O. Box 2, FIN-65101 Vaasa, Finland.
Tel: ␣358 (6) 325-4500. FAX: ␣358 (6) 325-4514.
Email: [email protected] WWW: www.vaasa.fi/port Contact: Captain Lars
Holmqvist, Port Director (Email: [email protected]).
VEITSILUOTO: 65.42 N. 24.37 E. (See Plan)
DOCUMENTS: Usual documents for Finnish ports. In addition the
Harbour Master requires a copy of the Crew List.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory for vessels over 60 m. LOA. Boarding about
8 miles before Ajos. Bothnia Pilot Station may be contacted on VHF
Channel 16/13.
ANCHORAGES: Good holding ground about 1 mile from Rautakallio
and by Koivuhauta 2 miles from harbour entrance.
RESTRICTIONS: No tide. Entry by day or night. Approach Channel,
depth 7.0 m.
MAX. SIZE: See ‘‘Berthing’’.
HEALTH: See ‘‘Oulu’’.
VHF: Make initial contact on Channel 16/13.
VTS: Full information is available for download in PDF format from
WWW: www.fma.fi/english/vts
TUGS: Available when required, charges according to net tonnage. Use
ship’s lines.
BERTHING: Total length of Quays 574.5 m.
Berth No. 1: Length 135.5 m. Depth 7.0 m.
Berth Nos. 2 and 3: Total length 209 m. Depth 7.0 m.
Berth Nos. 4 and 5: Total length 230 m. Depth 7.0 m.
Berth No. 6: Length 120 m. Depth 7.0 m.
Berth No. 7: Length 120 m. Depth 7.0 m.
Max. draft at all berths 7.0 m.
CRANES: Load/discharge by ship’s gear or mobile cranes. Harbour
mobile crane (50 tons) for containers. Other mobile cranes available.
SPECIALISED CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: 4 Ro-Ro berths,
no special equipment.
STEVEDORES: Ordered by Agent.
Kemi Shipping Oy. WWW: www.kemishipping.fi
MEDICAL: Hospital at Kemi. Masters to advise if medical attendance
required aboard.
FRESH WATER: Available at short notice.
FUEL: Ordinary fuel, diesel and gas oil. Deliveries by lorries only.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS: No special precautions. Company’s firefighting
corps.
CONSULS: At Kemi.
REPAIRS: Available at Kemi.
GANGWAY/DECK WATCHMEN: Available, ordered by Agent.
OPENING/CLOSING HATCHES: By crew.
AIRPORT: At Kemi, approx. 15 km. from port.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Dial 112.
SERVICES: Radar repairs possible in Kemi.
SHORE LEAVE: Crew members allowed ashore.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Required (2002).
REGULATIONS: Port regulations delivered to ship on arrival on request.
DELAYS: Not normally expected.
AUTHORITY: Port of Kemi Authority, Ajoksentie 748,
FIN-94900 Kemi, Finland. Tel: ␣358 (16) 215-1623. FAX: ␣358 (16)
215-1620. WWW: www.kemi.fi/kemin_satama Contact: Reijo Viitala,
Port Director (Email: [email protected]).