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Port of Forsmark

SEFOR🇸🇪Sweden

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About Port of Forsmark

Forsmark is a Swedish seaport on the east coast of Uppland. It primarily handles general cargo vessels. The port is situated near the Forsmark Nuclear Power Plant.

Background
Forsmark is a village on the east coast of Uppland, Sweden. It is best known as the location of the Forsmark Nuclear Power Plant as well as being the site of the Final repository for short-lived radioactive waste. A new long term fuel storage repositiary is also being cited in Forsmark.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEFOR
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1

Region

Subdivision
SE-C
Latitude
60.3667°
Longitude
18.1500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Forsmark?+
The approach to Forsmark is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Strömsviken Övre Lighthouse at 19.6 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 8 NM. Other aids include Solovjeva (29.4 NM E), Gävle Entrance No. 1 (32.7 NM NW), Gävle Entrance No. 2 (32.8 NM NW), Holmuddsrännan (32.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Forsmark?+
The Port of Forsmark 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 Forsmark?+
You can track vessels near Forsmark (SEFOR) 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 SEFOR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Forsmark?+
The Port of Forsmark 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 Forsmark?+
FORSMARK (UN/Locode: SEFOR), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 60.38000° N, 18.17000° E.
Where is the Port of Forsmark located?+
Coordinates: 60.38000° N, 18.17000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:HARGSHAMN — UN/Locode: SEHAN — 60.17117° N, 18.47425° EHALLSTAVIK — UN/Locode: SEHAK — 60.06285° N, 18.58915° EGRISSLEHAMN — UN/Locode: SEGRH — 60.10402° N, 18.80343° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Forsmark?+
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 Forsmark?+
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 Forsmark?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.