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Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)

FIVSS🇫🇮Finland

Port Location

About Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)

Also known as: Nordsjo Hamn, Nordsjö Hamn, Vuosaaren Satama

Opened in 2008, Vuosaari Harbour is Finland's leading cargo port. It handles container, Ro-Ro, and break bulk cargo, with some passenger traffic. The port is part of the Port of Helsinki system.

Background
Vuosaari Harbour is a seaport facility in Helsinki, Finland, opened in 2008. A part of the Port of Helsinki system, it is Finland's leading cargo port by value of goods, and approximately half of Finland's cargo tonnage passes through the port. Operations at the port focus on container, roll-on-roll-off, and break bulk cargo, but a small amount of passenger traffic also takes place.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

History

Established
2008
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Port of Helsinki

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FIVSS
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
FI-18
Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Finland Gulf
Latitude
60.2131°
Longitude
25.1884°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12599609 →
Wikidata
Q7943692 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofhelsinki.fi →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
The approach to Vuosaari (Nordsjö) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Helsinki Municipality Lighthouses Lighthouse at 4.6 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Brunskär Range Rear (6.7 NM E), Suomenlinna (7.2 NM WSW), Majakkalaiva Relandersgrund (7.3 NM WSW), Valkosaari Range Rear (7.3 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 Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
The Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö) 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 Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
You can track vessels near Vuosaari (Nordsjö) (FIVSS) 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 FIVSS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
The Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö) 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.
What is the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
VUOSAARI (UN/Locode: FIVSS), Finland is a seaport located at approximately 60.21307° N, 25.18844° E.
Where is the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö) located?+
Coordinates: 60.21307° N, 25.18844° E. Nearby terminals/ports:HELSINKI — UN/Locode: FIHEL — 60.16850° N, 24.94450° ESIBBO — UN/Locode: FISIP — 60.37000° N, 25.27000° EPORVOO — UN/Locode: FIPRV — 60.31049° N, 25.53883° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Vuosaari (Nordsjö)?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container and General Cargo.