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Port of Brofjorden

SEBRO🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Brofjorden

Brofjorden is Sweden's largest oil port, located in a fjord on the country's west coast. It handles tankers and gas carriers, with facilities for wharf loading and offloading.

Background
Brofjorden is a fjord in Lysekil Municipality, Bohuslän, Sweden. It cuts into Västra Götaland County in a southwest–northeasterly direction between the Stångenäset and Härnäset peninsulas. Situated between Gullmarn and Åbyfjorden, it is the smallest of these fjords. Brofjorden Port in the fjord is Sweden's largest oil port.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
25m
Elevation
3m

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Latitude
58.3500°
Longitude
11.3833°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12196109 →
Wikidata
Q3372611 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEBRO
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Brofjorden?+
The controlling depth at Brofjorden is 25 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Brofjorden?+
The approach to Brofjorden is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Backebådan Lighthouse at 27.2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Pater Noster (27.4 NM S), Skallen (28.1 NM SSE), Marstrand (Marstrand Havn) (28.2 NM SSE), Hätteberget (30.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Brofjorden?+
The Port of Brofjorden 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 Brofjorden?+
You can track vessels near Brofjorden (SEBRO) 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 SEBRO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Brofjorden?+
The Port of Brofjorden operates in the UTC+1 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 Brofjorden?+
BROFJORDEN (UN/Locode: SEBRO), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 58.35423° N, 11.43447° E.
Where is the Port of Brofjorden located?+
Coordinates: 58.35423° N, 11.43447° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LYSEKIL — UN/Locode: SELYS — 58.27300° N, 11.43900° EELLOS — UN/Locode: SEELO — 58.18440° N, 11.46530° EUDDEVALLA — UN/Locode: SEUDD — 58.34750° N, 11.90650° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Brofjorden?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 23.2m - OVER; oil terminal depth 20.1m - 21.3m and maximum draft approx. 25 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Brofjorden?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Brofjorden?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Brofjorden?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bunkering, Gas Carrier and Tanker.