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Port of Essvik

SEESS🇸🇪Sweden

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About Port of Essvik

Essvik is a harbor located in Sweden's Västernorrland County. It is a general cargo port with compulsory pilotage.

Background
Essvik is a locality situated in Sundsvall Municipality, Västernorrland County, Sweden with 752 inhabitants in 2010.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
25900 →
GeoNames ID
2602729 →
Wikidata
Q253086 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-Y
Latitude
62.3000°
Longitude
17.3833°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Essvik is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Strömskaten Lighthouse at 10.8 NM to the SE. Other aids include Mellanfjärden (21.1 NM S), Hölickskär (40.9 NM S), Gnäggen (45.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Essvik?

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The Port of Essvik 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 Essvik?

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You can track vessels near Essvik (SEESS) 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 SEESS on the live map.

Where is the Port of Essvik?

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The Port of Essvik is a port in SE. Its UN/LOCODE is SEESS — 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 SEESS mean?

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The first two characters, SE, are the ISO country code for SE. 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 Essvik?

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The Port of Essvik 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.