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Port of Kalmar

SEKLR🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Kalmar

Kalmar Port is a small coastal port in southeastern Sweden on the Baltic Sea. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo vessels, and tankers. The port features mobile, fixed, and floating cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Background
Kalmar is a city in the southeast of Sweden, situated by the Baltic Sea. It had 41,388 inhabitants in 2020 and is the seat of Kalmar Municipality. It is also the capital of Kalmar County, which comprises 12 municipalities with a total of 236,399 inhabitants (2015). Kalmar is the third largest urban area in the province and cultural region of Småland.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
7.02m
Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1100

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-H
Latitude
56.6667°
Longitude
16.3667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
24570 →
GeoNames ID
11611227 →
Wikidata
Q26345 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.kalmar.se →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Kalmar?+
The controlling depth at Kalmar is 7.02 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 Kalmar?+
The approach to Kalmar is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ispeudde Lighthouse at 6.9 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 13 NM. Other aids include Sillåsen (7.2 NM NE), Borgholm (15.3 NM NE), Slottsbredan (17.5 NM NNE), Fyr Vi Har Passeret (18.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kalmar?+
The Port of Kalmar 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 Kalmar?+
You can track vessels near Kalmar (SEKLR) 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 SEKLR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kalmar?+
The Port of Kalmar 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 Kalmar?+
KALMAR (UN/Locode: SEKLR), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 56.66050° N, 16.36950° E.
Where is the Port of Kalmar located?+
Coordinates: 56.66050° N, 16.36950° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BORGHOLM — UN/Locode: SEBOM — 56.87986° N, 16.64668° EDEGERHAMN — UN/Locode: SEDEG — 56.35530° N, 16.40830° EBERGKVARA — UN/Locode: SEBEA — 56.38940° N, 16.09110° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Kalmar?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m; oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 7.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Kalmar?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Kalmar?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Kalmar?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.