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Port of MALAX

FIMLX🇫🇮Finland

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About Port of MALAX

Also known as: Vaesteroeverin venesatama, Vaesteroevers bathamn, Västeröverin venesatama, Västerövers båthamn

Malax is a historic port established in 1607 on the west coast of Finland, situated within the Gulf of Bothnia. It functions as a marina, serving recreational vessels.

Background
Malax is a municipality in Finland, located on the west coast of the country. Malax is situated in Ostrobothnia, along the Gulf of Bothnia. The population of Malax is approximately 5,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 112,000. It is the 160th most populous municipality in Finland.

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History

Established
1607

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UN/LOCODE
FIMLX
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Bothnia Gulf
Latitude
62.9750°
Longitude
21.4828°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12402266 →
Wikidata
Q1886842 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.malax.fi →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to MALAX is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nikolai Lighthouse at 6.4 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Edvard Range Front (6.6 NM NNE), Nagelprick Range Rear (7.8 NM N), Stigelskär Range Rear (10.5 NM N), Svettgrund (13 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of MALAX?

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The Port of MALAX 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 MALAX?

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You can track vessels near MALAX (FIMLX) 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 FIMLX on the live map.

Where is the Port of MALAX?

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The Port of MALAX is a port in FI. Its UN/LOCODE is FIMLX — 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 FIMLX 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 MALAX?

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The Port of MALAX 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.