Port of Porvoo (Borgå)

The approach to Porvoo (Borgå) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brunskär Range Rear Lighthouse at 8 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Kölhällen (12.7 NM SSE), Helsinki Municipality Lighthouses (16.1 NM SW), Skarvgaddarna (19.1 NM ESE), Majakkalaiva Relandersgrund (19.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Porvoo (Borgå) 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 Porvoo (Borgå) (FIPRV) 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 FIPRV on the live map.

The Port of Porvoo (Borgå) 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.

PORVOO (UN/Locode: FIPRV), Finland is a seaport located at approximately 60.31049° N, 25.53883° E.

Coordinates: 60.31049° N, 25.53883° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KILPILAHTI — UN/Locode: FISKV — 60.31000° N, 25.55000° ESIBBO — UN/Locode: FISIP — 60.37000° N, 25.27000° EVUOSAARI — UN/Locode: FIVSS — 60.21307° N, 25.18844° E

Harbor type/size: River Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m and oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m.

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: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

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

Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd.