Port of Kokkola (Karleby)

The controlling depth at Kokkola (Karleby) is 11 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Kokkola (Karleby) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ykspihlaja Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the W. Other aids include Harrinniemi (2 NM NE), Klädesklippan Range Rear (2.5 NM N), Bredhällan Range Rear (13.5 NM WSW), Mässkär (13.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Kokkola (Karleby) 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.

You can track vessels near Kokkola (Karleby) (FIKOK) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for FIKOK on the live map.

The Port of Kokkola (Karleby) 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.

KOKKOLA (UN/Locode: FIKOK), Finland is a seaport located at approximately 63.85056° N, 23.03084° E.

Coordinates: 63.85056° N, 23.03084° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PIETARSAARI — UN/Locode: FIPRS — 63.70809° N, 22.68963° ERAHJA — UN/Locode: FIRAH — 64.20000° N, 23.71000° EKALAJOKI — UN/Locode: FIKJO — 64.22203° N, 23.71742° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 3.4m - 4.6m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 11 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.