Port of Himanka

FIHIM🇫🇮Finland

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About Port of Himanka

Also known as: Pohjoissatama

Himanka is a Finnish harbor located on the Gulf of Bothnia. It is equipped with pilotage and tug services, indicating its role in supporting maritime traffic.

Background
Himanka is a former municipality of Finland.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
27540 →
GeoNames ID
843612 →
Wikidata
Q1025731 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.himanka.fi →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FIHIM
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Bothnia Gulf
Latitude
64.0694°
Longitude
23.6339°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Himanka?

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The approach to Himanka is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ohtakari Lighthouse at 6 NM to the WNW with a nominal range of 4.3 NM. Other aids include Harrinniemi (18.7 NM SW), Klädesklippan Range Rear (19 NM WSW), Ykspihlaja Breakwater (21.2 NM SW), Bredhällan Range Rear (33.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Himanka?

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The Port of Himanka is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Himanka?

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You can track vessels near Himanka (FIHIM) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Himanka?

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The Port of Himanka is a port in FI. Its UN/LOCODE is FIHIM — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE FIHIM mean?

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The first two characters, FI, are the ISO country code for FI. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Himanka?

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The Port of Himanka operates in the UTC+2 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.