Port of Raumo (Rauma)

The controlling depth at Raumo (Rauma) is 10 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 Raumo (Rauma) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Iso Järviluoto Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Satama Range Rear (0.4 NM NE), Hakuni Range Rear (0.7 NM NW), Urmluoto Range Rear (3.4 NM SW), Kylmäpihlaja (4.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Raumo (Rauma) 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 Raumo (Rauma) (FIRAU) 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 FIRAU on the live map.

The Port of Raumo (Rauma) 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.

RAUMA (UN/Locode: FIRAU), Finland is a seaport located at approximately 61.12350° N, 21.45300° E.

Coordinates: 61.12350° N, 21.45300° E. Nearby terminals/ports:EURAAMINNE — UN/Locode: FIEJO — 61.20000° N, 21.73000° EUUSIKAUPUNKI — UN/Locode: FIUKI — 60.79515° N, 21.38890° EMANTYLUOTO — UN/Locode: FIMTY — 61.59724° N, 21.48797° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 10 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: 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: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.