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Port of Luleå

SELLA🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Luleå

Luleå is a medium-sized coastal port on the Baltic Sea in northern Sweden. It handles bulk cargo, general cargo, and tankers. The port features mobile and fixed cranes and supports various vessel types including bulk carriers and passenger ships.

Background
Luleå is a city on the coast of northern Sweden, and the capital of Norrbotten County, the northernmost county in Sweden. Luleå has 48,728 inhabitants in its urban core as of 2018 and is the seat of Luleå Municipality with a total population of about 80,000 as of 2025. Luleå is Sweden's 25th largest city and Norrbotten County's largest city. Luleå is considered as the world's largest brackish water archipelago with 1,312 islands, several rivers and vast forestland.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11.02m
Elevation
8m

Region

Subdivision
SE-BD
Body of Water
Baltic Sea
Latitude
65.5833°
Longitude
22.1500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11886669 →
Wikidata
Q26268 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lulea.se →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Luleå?+
The controlling depth at Luleå is 11.02 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 Luleå?+
The approach to Luleå is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sandögrundet Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the SSE with a nominal range of 12.2 NM. Other aids include Skvampen Range Rear (3.9 NM ESE), Björnhallan Range Rear (5.5 NM SE), Germandö (9.1 NM SSE), Storö (24.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Luleå?+
The Port of Luleå 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 Luleå?+
You can track vessels near Luleå (SELLA) 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 SELLA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Luleå?+
The Port of Luleå 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 Luleå?+
LULEA (UN/Locode: SELLA), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 65.55725° N, 22.22002° E.
Where is the Port of Luleå located?+
Coordinates: 65.55725° N, 22.22002° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PITEA — UN/Locode: SEPIT — 65.31802° N, 21.49710° EHARAHOLMEN — UN/Locode: SEHAH — 65.23800° N, 21.62400° EMUNKSUND — UN/Locode: SEMUN — 65.26807° N, 21.49776° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Luleå?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 20.1m - 21.3m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 11.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Luleå?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Luleå?+
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: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Luleå?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.