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Port of Göteborg

SEGOT🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Göteborg

Also known as: Goeteborgs Hamn, Goteborg, Goteborgs Hamn, Göteborgs Hamn, Gøteborgs Hamn, Port of Gothenburg

Göteborg is Sweden's largest port, situated at the mouth of the Göta River on the Kattegat. It handles a wide range of cargo including containers, bulk, and liquid fuels, serving various vessel types from tankers to Ro-Ro ships. The port features extensive facilities with multiple crane types and lifting capacities.

Background
Göteborg är Sveriges näst största tätort, efter Stockholm, och Nordens femte största med 674 529 invånare (2023) i tätorten och 1 090 000 invånare (2023) i Storgöteborg. Samhället ligger på västkusten vid Göta älvs mynning.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
14m

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Body of Water
Kattegat
Latitude
57.7167°
Longitude
11.9667°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2711534 →
Wikidata
Q25287 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
goteborg.se →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEGOT
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1621

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Göteborg?+
The approach to Göteborg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rune Lighthouse at 5.1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Knippelholmen (5.2 NM WSW), Brandnäsbrotten (8.3 NM WSW), Donsöhuvud (8.8 NM SSW), Göteborgsgrund (9.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Göteborg?+
The Port of Göteborg 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 Göteborg?+
You can track vessels near Göteborg (SEGOT) 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 SEGOT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Göteborg?+
The Port of Göteborg 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 Göteborg?+
GOTEBORG (UN/Locode: SEGOT), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 57.69950° N, 11.88300° E.
Where is the Port of Göteborg located?+
Coordinates: 57.69950° N, 11.88300° E. Nearby terminals/ports:DONSO — UN/Locode: SEDON — 57.59982° N, 11.79169° EOCKERO — UN/Locode: SEOCO — 57.70700° N, 11.65850° ESURTE — UN/Locode: SESUR — 57.83000° N, 12.01000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Göteborg?+
Harbor type/size: River Tide Gate and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m and oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Göteborg?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Göteborg?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Göteborg?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Göteborg?+
Ship suppliers include HARBOR EAGLE GEMİCİLİK LLC.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Göteborg?+
Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd.